Design Manager

Job description

Design Manager

Refurbishment | Fire Remediation | Re-Cladding | Higher-Risk Buildings

Hertfordshire

Up to £80k plus package

We are working with a leading contractor who deliver some of the UK’s most complex and safety-critical refurbishment projects to recruit a Design Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping safe, compliant and high-quality buildings.

The Design Manager will take full ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery on high-value refurbishment schemes, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). You’ll collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to drive excellence, innovation, and compliance at every stage.

Key Duties:

• Lead the design process from tender to construction
• Manage consultants, risk appraisals, and design programmes
• Review Employer’s Requirements and develop Contractor’s Proposals
• Chair design meetings and lead client workshops
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and statutory requirements
• Manage design change and technical queries
• Support and mentor Design Coordinators
• Drive BIM and digital best practice

What We’re Looking For

• Experience leading design on refurbishment or complex projects
• Strong technical knowledge (RC, steel, timber, masonry)
• Experience with JCT/NEC contracts and tender processes
• Strong stakeholder management and organisational skills
• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• Experience in HRBs, fire remediation, or re-cladding is highly desirable.

If you thrive on technical challenge, leadership responsibility, and making a real impact on building safety — we want to hear from you.

Please apply online now for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hertfordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English