Design Manager
Design Manager – Hitchin
The Company
This regional contractor has built an outstanding reputation across Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties by consistently delivering high‑quality construction projects and maintaining long‑term relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners. Known for their collaboration, reliability, and technical strength, they are recognised as one of the most respected medium‑sized contractors in the region.
They specialise in a wide range of project types, including education, commercial, residential, community buildings, leisure facilities, heritage refurbishments, and public‑sector schemes. They place a strong emphasis on repeat business and partnering frameworks, and are committed to delivering projects safely, sustainably, and to an excellent standard.
A key reason they are regarded as a great company to work for is their culture. They are large enough to offer structure, progression, and professional development, yet small enough to remain personable, supportive, and grounded. Staff turnover is extremely low, reflecting a workplace where people feel valued, listened to, and able to build long‑term careers. Their modern, refurbished offices, flexible working arrangements, and strong work/life balance make this a genuinely supportive environment for long‑term career growth.
Design Manager – Hertfordshire
A great opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join an established and well‑structured design team within this respected regional contractor. The business delivers general contracting schemes typically between £5m and £20m, with projects located within an hour of their Hertfordshire office.
The company offers a friendly and collaborative environment, flexible working arrangements including home working, and a strong pipeline of repeat business from loyal clients. You will be joining a design team of six, working closely with pre‑construction, commercial, and project delivery teams to ensure coordinated and accurate design information is produced in line with programme, specification, and cost plans.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design process on design and build projects
* Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Ensure design information is accurate, compliant, and aligned with project requirements
* Support value engineering and buildability reviews
* Manage design risks, approvals, and technical queries
* Work across home, office, and site as required
Working Pattern
Office, home, and site‑based hybrid working
Hours: 8.30 am – 5.00 pm with a one‑hour lunch break
The Right Person
* Applications are welcomed from Design Managers and Senior Design Managers
* Backgrounds considered: Architectural, Structural Engineering, Construction, Consultancy
* You may already be working as a Design Manager or currently in an architectural practice, seeking a move to the contractor side
* Strong understanding of design management processes
* Self‑directed, organised, and motivated
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
* Collaborative and able to work effectively as part of a team
Benefits
Competitive salary
Car allowance of £6,000
Fuel card covering all fuel, with reimbursement for personal mileage
25 days of annual leave, including 5 reserved for Christmas shutdown
Additional holiday awarded after 5, 7, and 10 years’ service, up to 28 days
Enhanced pension
Private medical cover
Professional memberships and training fully funded
Annual health checks and flu jabs
Employee Assistance Programme with mental health and wellbeing support
Eye tests and glasses are covered for regular screen users
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Regular pay reviews
Continued career progression
Great work/life balance supported by flexible working and local project locations
Please contact Sally Whittingham if you're interested or apply online.
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