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Design Manager

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tunbridge Wells

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Design Manager | Main Contractor | Public Sector | Permanent
 
The Role:
 This isn’t a role where you’re handed a stack of drawings and told to “make it work.” Design Managers are at the heart of the pre-construction and delivery process here — given the time and space to coordinate design, solve challenges early, and add real value.
 
You’ll lead the design process from tender through to handover, working closely with clients, consultants, and the in-house team to deliver high-quality projects the right way — not just the quickest way.
 
The Projects:
 • Main contractor schemes in education, community, and specialist sectors
 • Typical values £5m – £20m (with flexibility for key clients)

Buyers handle procurement — you focus on the commercial strategy
 • Preferred contractor for multiple clients, with £300m+ of live and upcoming work 
What they’re looking for:

Main contractor or design & build project experience
Strong coordination skills across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines
Ability to lead design workshops, resolve technical queries, and ensure buildability
Team-player mindset — collaboration is at the core of everything they do
Experience with education or public sector projects is a bonus, but not essential 
The Company:
 This  is a forward-thinking main contractor with a, energetic culture and a selective approach to projects. They have a strong reputation for delivering public sector projects across the South East. 
 
They’re known for long-term client relationships, secured pipeline, and a supportive team culture. If you value teamwork, innovation, and quality delivery, you’ll fit right in.
 
Also known as: Design Manager, Technical Manager
 
Interested? Let’s have a chat – no pressure.
 Michael Ogunyankin – (phone number removed) | michael @ borneltd . com

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