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Design Manager – Tier 1 Contractor – Manchester

Job Posted: 44 minutes ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Position Design Manager – Tier 1 Contractor – Manchester

Location Manchester (Hybrid - with limited regional travel)

Salary £55,000 - £70,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Etc.)

Contract Permanent, Full Time

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to lead projects within a Tier 1 contractor offering long-term career progression, diverse schemes, and hybrid working.

The Opportunity

An established Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their NorthWest regional team. With a strong pipeline of secured work across the Manchester area, you will play a key role in delivering projects from residential, commercial, and public sector frameworks.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion, within a business known for quality delivery, stability, and long-term career development.

The Role

You will take responsibility for managing the design process across projects of varying scale, ensuring effective coordination between consultants, clients, and delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Lead the design process from tender through to project completion

  * Manage consultants and design teams effectively

  * Ensure all design information is delivered on time and to a high standard

  * Identify and mitigate risks within the design process

  * Liaise with stakeholders including clients, subcontractors, and site teams

  * Contribute to value engineering and buildability reviews

What We’re Looking For

  * Proven experience in a Design Manager or similar role within a contractor, subcontractor, or consultancy environment

  * Background in any sector (residential, commercial, healthcare, education, etc.)

  * Strong technical understanding with the ability to manage and resolve complex design issues

  * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  * Proactive and solutions-focused approach

  * Working towards or holding a professional accreditation (CIAT, RIBA, CIOB) is desirable

Why Apply?

  * Opportunity to lead diverse and high-profile projects

  * Strong pipeline of secured work across multiple sectors

  * Established reputation as a secure, long-term employer

  * A focus on career progression towards Senior Design Manager

  * Competitive salary and comprehensive package

  * Hybrid/flexible working available

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