Design Manager
The Company
We are currently partnering with a trusted main contractor specialising in the residential sector. Their expertise spans mixed-tenure housing developments, multi-sector residential solutions, and comprehensive building safety remediation works, including assessment, recladding, and internal refurbishment.
Although recently established, the company has achieved remarkable growth, having already secured 80% of its projected 2026 turnover. With a strong pipeline and expanding client base, they are on track to reach a £50 million turnover by 2028.
The Role
They are now seeking to recruit an experience, proactive Design manager to join their team and assist in the delivery of various contracts for a number of Clients across the country.
The majority of work currently is based around fire safety remediation on both Non-HRB and HRB buildings and the role will be based at their office in East London with site visits as and when required.
Person Specification:
* Main contractor experience preferred (working with external designers / clients essential), refurbishment, remediation experience would be a required
* A good understanding of Fire Safety remediation, the PAS9980 / FRAEW process
* Experience or demonstrable knowledge of the requirements of the HRB Regime, gateway processes and obligations
* Good knowledge and experience of the ‘standard’ regulatory regime(s) outside the gateway process
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Manage and coordinate the design process from tender through to project completion
* Work closely with external design teams, consultants, and clients to ensure design intent, compliance, and buildability
* Oversee design documentation in line with project timelines and regulatory requirements
* Support fire safety remediation projects, ensuring compliance with PAS9980 and FRAEW processes
* Liaise with site teams to provide design input and resolve technical issues
* Ensure designs meet the requirements of the HRB Regime and associated Gateway processes