Design Manager

Job description

I’m currently working with a highly respected and well-established residential contractor to recruit a Design Manager for their growing technical team. The role would suit an established Design Manager with experience in construction or residential development, but I would also be keen to speak with talented architects who are looking to transition into design management and develop their career within a contractor environment.

With a strong pipeline of projects and a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, this organisation offers the opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a diverse range of residential developments.

As Design Manager, you will work closely with internal departments, consultants, subcontractors, and project teams to coordinate and manage the design process from pre-construction through to project completion. You will ensure designs are practical, compliant, commercially viable, and delivered in line with programme requirements.

Responsibilities:

- Managing and coordinating the flow of design information across multiple residential developments.

- Leading design coordination meetings with consultants, technical specialists, and internal stakeholders.

- Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical information to identify risks, clashes, and opportunities for improvement.

- Ensuring compliance with planning conditions, building regulations, statutory requirements, and project specifications.

- Supporting the delivery of buildable, cost-effective design solutions through value engineering and collaborative problem-solving.

- Monitoring design progress to ensure information is issued accurately and in line with project programmes.

- Working closely with construction, commercial, and technical teams to support successful project delivery.

- Driving best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the design process.

Requirements:

- Experience within a Design Manager or similar role.

- Alternatively, a background in architecture with a desire to move into a design management.

- Strong understanding of construction detailing, technical design, and buildability.

- Knowledge of current building regulations and residential construction standards.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Proactive, organised, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.

On offer:

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

- Opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded residential contractor.

- Strong commitment to professional development and career progression.

Sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stirling

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

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