Graduate Design Manager
A privately owned contractor, delivering high-quality private sector schemes valued up to £100m, is seeking a Graduate Design Manager to join their growing team. The business is in a strong position, having recently secured £200m of new workload across the Midlands, offering exciting opportunities for career development.
Location: Birmingham, with travel to sites in the Midlands
Role Overview
As a Graduate Design Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex construction projects from design through to completion. You will work closely with experienced design and project teams to ensure that technical designs meet both client expectations and contractual requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Assisting with design coordination across multiple disciplines to ensure seamless integration into project plans.
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Reviewing and understanding technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation to support project delivery.
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Helping to ensure that design outputs align with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
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Supporting bid submissions, client presentations, and design workshops, contributing to the communication of our design strategy.
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Collaborating with preconstruction and live project teams to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and cost control.
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Visiting sites to understand construction constraints and ensure design intent is maintained.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a proactive and ambitious individual who has:
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Completed at least one year of industry experience as part of their studies (e.g., sandwich year or internship).
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A strong technical understanding of construction and design principles.
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A full driving licence, as travel to sites and offices across the Midlands is required.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the confidence to contribute in client-facing situations.
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A desire to develop into a fully qualified Design Manager, with structured mentoring and career progression opportunities.
Development & Support
You will be supported through a structured graduate development programme designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to progress quickly. This includes:
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Mentoring from experienced Design Managers and project leads.
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Exposure to both preconstruction and live projects, providing a rounded understanding of the full project lifecycle.
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Opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as your skills grow, with a clear path to Design Manager progression.
Package & Benefits
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Attractive overall package.
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Opportunity to grow within a successful and expanding Midlands-based business.
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Exposure to high-value projects and industry-leading practices.
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Structured career development and mentoring to accelerate your professional growth