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Design Manager / Senior Design Manager
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 + Package
A well-regarded construction company specialising in large-scale residential and student accommodation schemes is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager. With projects ranging up to £80 million, this is a key role in managing the design process from pre-construction through to delivery.
About the Role:
As Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for coordinating the design elements of multiple live and pre-construction projects. You’ll ensure that all design information is delivered on time, aligns with project requirements, and supports cost-effective, buildable solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the design process from tender through to completion
* Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
* Ensure designs are compliant with planning, building regs, and client specifications
* Identify risks, design clashes, and potential programme impacts early
* Support value engineering and contribute to build-ability reviews
* Work closely with project, commercial, and planning teams to align design and delivery
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Design Manager in main contracting, ideally on residential or student accommodation projects
* Background in managing design on complex, multi-million-pound developments
* Good technical knowledge of construction methods, regulations, and industry standards
* Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
* Able to manage multiple design packages and deadlines simultaneously
What’s on Offer:
* Salary in the region of £65,000 – £75,000
* Competitive package including pension, bonus, and benefits
* Flexible hybrid working, with Manchester as the baseDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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