Design Manager - Main Contractor
Location: West Midlands
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Package
Are you a detail-driven Design Manager looking to take your next step with a dynamic and growing construction contractor? We're working in partnership with a well-established main contractor, to find a talented Design Manager with a passion for delivering quality-built environments.
The Company
This contractor has built a strong reputation across sectors including commercial, residential, education, and healthcare. With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects across the Midlands, they offer a stable and supportive environment where high standards and collaboration are key.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing and coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to project delivery. Working closely with architects, consultants, and internal teams, you will ensure timely delivery of information and maintain quality standards throughout.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the design process across multiple live and upcoming projects
- Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants, and subcontractors
- Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning requirements, and contract specifications
- Oversee design deliverables and information flow in accordance with programme requirements
- Conduct design reviews and manage RFI processes
- Provide technical input during tender and construction phases
- Report regularly to senior management on design progress and risks
About You
- Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contracting environment
- Solid understanding of construction methodology and current building regulations
- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
- Experience across various sectors is advantageous (residential, commercial, education, healthcare)
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Degree in a construction-related discipline or equivalent experience
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to join a company where your expertise will be valued, we want to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.