Design Manager

Job description

About the Company

We are working with a successful, family-run main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects. With a strong focus on its people, the business offers a supportive and collaborative environment where employees are genuinely valued and encouraged to build long-term careers.

About the Role

As Design Manager, you’ll play a key role within the Pre-Construction team, managing and coordinating the design process from early-stage proposals and tender through to project delivery. You will work closely with the pre-construction, estimating, commercial and construction teams, as well as clients, architects, consultants and subcontractors, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, buildable and commercially viable. This is a fully office-based role, requiring you to be in the office 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating design throughout the pre-construction and delivery stages
• Working closely with the estimating and pre-construction teams on tenders and new projects
• Coordinating architects, consultants and subcontractors
• Reviewing drawings and technical information for buildability, compliance and cost
• Identifying and resolving design issues at an early stage to minimise risk to programme and cost
• Supporting the development of design solutions during tender and pre-construction
• Attending design meetings and liaising with clients and consultants
• Ensuring design information meets current Building Regulations and project requirements
• Supporting the smooth transition of projects from pre-construction into delivery

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor or
• Experience as an Architect looking to move into a Design Management role

Required Skills

• Experience within the construction industry, with a strong technical understanding of building design
• Experience working with architects, consultants and contractors
• A good understanding of the design and construction process
• Experience or a strong interest in pre-construction and tendering
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent attention to detail
• The ability and willingness to work 5 days a week from the office

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive, depending on experience

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Woodford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

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