Design Manager

About the Role:

As Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for coordinating the design elements of multiple live and pre-construction projects. You’ll ensure that all design information is delivered on time, aligns with project requirements, and supports cost-effective, buildable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the design process from tender through to completion.
• Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure designs are compliant with planning, building regs, and client specifications.
• Identify risks, design clashes, and potential programme impacts early.
• Support value engineering and contribute to build-ability reviews.
• Work closely with project, commercial, and planning teams to align design and delivery.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Design Manager in main contracting, ideally on residential or student accommodation projects.
• Background in managing design on complex, multi-million-pound developments.
• Good technical knowledge of construction methods, regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to manage multiple design packages and deadlines simultaneously.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary in the region of £65,000 – £75,000.
• Competitive package including pension, bonus, and benefits.
• Flexible hybrid working, with Manchester as the base.

This is a confirmed vacancy with an immediate start.