Design Manager

Where

Stockport

Type

Permanent

Salary

70000 Annual

My client are a highly respected and fast-growing construction business that is delivering some of the UK's most innovative and technically challenging projects across the healthcare and commercial sectors.

As the company continues to expand its project portfolio, there is a key opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join the team and take ownership of the design process from early concept through to project completion.

Key Responsibilities

This role will be predominantly Head office based. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and delivered on time and within budget. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and coordinating both internal and external design teams across multiple projects
  • Chairing design team meetings and ensuring all parties are aligned on design strategy and deliverables
  • Establishing clear communication channels to maintain smooth flow of information between stakeholders
  • Liaising directly with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
  • Reviewing tender documentation to understand and interpret client requirements
  • Supporting tender submissions with detailed specifications and cost analyses
  • Identifying and resolving design issues early in the process to de-risk delivery
  • Monitoring and controlling design-related costs to meet project budgets
  • Preparing and maintaining an integrated design programme and deliverables schedule
  • Ensuring all contractual obligations are clearly understood and communicated
  • Managing pre-construction design elements to ensure project surety
  • Reviewing and approving design information and technical documentation
  • Monitoring document platforms (e.g., 4Projects/4P) for new information and updates
  • Resolving on-site design queries promptly and effectively
  • Promoting the use and development of BIM to stay ahead of industry requirements
  • Completing and maintaining the Design Responsibilities Matrix
  • Carrying out ad hoc duties as needed to support project and business success

Experience required

  • Proven experience in a Design Manager role within construction/design & build
  • Experience of Healthcare projects is desirable
  • Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Working knowledge of BIM and relevant design legislation
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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