Job details
- Job ID: BTC/WAF/2212DM
- Type: Permanent Professional
- Region: Greater Manchester
- Wage: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum + car allowance + benefits (depending on experience)
- Contact: Brian Colton
- Email: brian.colton@wearefootprint.co.uk
Residential & Mixed-Use Developments | Permanent
As Design Manager, you will take responsibility for managing the design process from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring all design information is coordinated, compliant, and aligned with the construction programme.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the design process across all project stages.
- Coordinating consultants, architects, and specialist designers.
- Reviewing and managing design information, drawings, and specifications.
- Ensuring design compliance with building regulations and employer’s requirements.
- Working closely with construction, commercial, and client teams.
- Identifying and resolving design risks and buildability issues.
- Supporting value engineering and design development exercises.
About You:
- Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator role.
- Background working on residential or mixed-use developments.
- Strong understanding of design management and construction processes.
- Experience coordinating external consultants and design teams.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Relevant construction or design qualifications preferred.
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £60,000 – £70,000 plus package.
- Opportunity to work with a growing, privately owned business.
- Involvement in projects from early design through to completion.
- Supportive senior management and collaborative working environment.
- Clear progression routes as the business continues to expand.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to join a company that values quality, collaboration, and well-planned project delivery.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please contact us to discuss further.
This is a confirmed vacancy with an immediate start.