Design Manager – Growing Main Contractor
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a growing construction contractor based in Cambridgeshire.
The business has established a strong reputation for delivering quality construction projects and is continuing to expand, with a healthy pipeline of secured and forthcoming work.
Operating across a diverse range of sectors, the company offers a varied project portfolio and an opportunity to join a close-knit team where individuals are given genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a difference.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to take responsibility for managing and coordinating the design process across a range of construction projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move away from a larger corporate environment and join a smaller, ambitious contractor with exciting growth plans.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to project delivery.
- Leading design development and ensuring design information is delivered in line with project programmes.
- Coordinating architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants and specialist subcontractors.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical information.
- Managing design programmes, design deliverables and technical submissions.
- Working closely with the commercial and operational teams to ensure design solutions meet project requirements.
- Identifying design risks, technical challenges and opportunities for value engineering.
- Managing design changes and ensuring appropriate coordination between all stakeholders.
- Attending design team meetings and liaising with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
- Ensuring designs comply with relevant building regulations, standards and project specifications.
- Supporting the successful handover of design information to site teams.
Project Sectors
The contractor operates across a variety of construction sectors, potentially including:
- Commercial.
- Education.
- Residential.
- Retail.
- Refurbishment and fit-out.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Design Manager with:
- Previous experience working for a main contractor or established building contractor.
- A proven background in managing design on construction projects.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, technical detailing and building regulations.
- Experience managing design programmes and technical submissions.
- The ability to identify and resolve design and technical issues.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- A hands-on approach with the ability to work within a smaller, growing business.
- The confidence to take ownership and drive the design process forward.
A relevant construction, architectural or engineering qualification would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious contractor.
- A varied portfolio of construction projects.
- Greater responsibility and involvement within the business.
- A close-knit and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to play an important role in the company's continued growth.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for an opportunity to join a growing contractor where you can take ownership, make an impact and be part of the next stage of the business's development, we would love to hear from you.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.