Design Manager

Job description

Design Manager – Education / DfE Projects

London | Main Contractor | Permanent

Overview

We’re working with an established main contractor who is looking to strengthen their Design Management team in London with experienced Design Managers who have a background in DfE-funded projects.

This is a great opportunity for someone who understands the demands of working within the education sector and is looking to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work.

The Role

As Design Manager, you’ll take responsibility for managing the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, working closely with consultants, subcontractors, the project team and client.

We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience delivering DfE projects, specifically those who have worked under the CF17 or CF21 frameworks, or who have a strong track record delivering higher education and/or university teaching facilities.

About You

• Main contractor experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager
• Proven experience delivering DfE / education projects
• CF17 or CF21 framework experience is essential, or significant experience delivering higher education/university teaching facilities
• Strong understanding of design management, coordination and technical delivery
• Confident managing consultants, subcontractors and design teams
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• London-based project experience would be advantageous

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation in the sector, work on high-profile education projects and become part of an experienced and supportive design team.

If you’re a Design Manager with the right DfE, CF17, CF21 or higher education experience, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2026

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