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Design Manager

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 750,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Truro, Cornwall

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Design Manager – Cornwall
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance
Hybrid Working Available | Commercial Design & Build Experience Required

Are you an experienced Design Manager looking to take the lead on high-profile commercial Design & Build projects? Our client, a respected contractor operating across Cornwall, is seeking a driven and knowledgeable Design Manager to oversee and coordinate the full design process from tender through to handover.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where collaboration, quality, and technical excellence are at the heart of every project.

Key Responsibilities
As Design Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management and coordination of external consultants across architecture, MEP, civil, and structural disciplines. Your role will include:

  * Managing the full design process from tender stage to project handover, ensuring timely and accurate information release.

  * Coordinating consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop compliant, buildable design solutions.

  * Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for accuracy, compliance, and potential risks.

  * Leading regular design meetings, tracking actions, and managing the design programme.

  * Identifying design risks, proposing practical solutions, and ensuring all CDM responsibilities are adhered to.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:

  * Proven experience as a Design Manager within a commercial Design & Build environment

  * Strong coordination and communication skills

  * A solid technical understanding across key disciplines (architecture, MEP, civils, structural)

  * Excellent ability to review and challenge design information

  * A proactive, solutions-focused approach

What’s on Offer

  * £65,000 – £70,000 salary

  * Car allowance

  * Hybrid working options

  * Opportunity to work on major commercial projects in the beautiful Cornwall region

  * Join a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high-quality results

Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background

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