Design Manager

Our client, a leading company in the construction sector, is currently seeking an experienced Design Manager for a contract role to work on the Stanmore and Rosedale projects. This role involves travelling between both sites and requires significant design and construction experience, preferably in an educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and lead the design process across preconstruction and construction phases
Oversee design consultants, ensuring compliance, buildability, and efficiency in all designs
Act as the main liaison between client, consultants, project teams, and site management
Coordinate the preparation, review, and sign-off of all design documentation
Ensure flow and control of design information, including compliance with Document Management Procedures
Support the commercial and procurement teams in developing design packages and strategies
Oversee design input to support environmental certifications (e.g., BREEAM)
Contribute to risk management and design quality reviews at key stages
Facilitate design handovers between preconstruction and site teams

Job Requirements:

Relevant Construction or Architecture qualification
Previous main contractor experience
Expert understanding of the Design & Build process
Excellent knowledge of design process, at commercial and construction design stages
Understanding of the RIBA plan of work
Strong in-depth technical knowledge
Good knowledge of the planning process
Proven experience of managing design on various projects (e.g., Residential, Schools, Hospitals, Student accommodation)
Working knowledge of building regulations

Job Purpose & Scope:

You will be responsible for leading and managing the design process to develop a design that complies with all contractual requirements, using cost-effective methods. Your involvement will ensure information is fully coordinated to deliver the project on time, within budget, and meeting the clients' requirements.
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for a contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and contribute to the successful delivery of the Stanmore and Rosedale projects. Inside IR35 – Umbrella CIS available