Design Manager

Design Manager

London / South East
£50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

A well-established construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager with a strong technical background who also has experience in project management and CDM.

The successful Design Manager will work across a varied portfolio of construction projects, coordinating design teams from the early stages through to delivery. Working closely with clients, consultants and contractors, the Design Manager will help ensure that designs are coordinated, buildable, compliant and delivered in line with programme requirements.

The Design Manager's Role

The Design Manager will take responsibility for managing the design process across multiple projects, acting as a key point of contact between clients, architects, engineers and contractors.

Responsibilities will include:

Managing and coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to completion

Reviewing design information and identifying technical or programme risks

Chairing design team meetings and monitoring design actions

Supporting project management activities, including programmes, reporting and stakeholder coordination

Ensuring projects meet relevant Building Regulations and CDM requirements

Working closely with Principal Designers and project teams to manage design risk

Liaising with clients and providing clear technical advice throughout the project lifecycle

The Design Manager

The successful Design Manager will ideally have:

Previous Design Management experience within construction or property consultancy

Strong project management experience

Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015

Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams

A relevant degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline

Membership of, or progress towards, a relevant professional body such as CIOB, RIBA, RICS or APS

NEBOSH Construction, IOSH or another relevant health and safety qualification would be advantageous

Strong communication, organisation and client-facing skills

In Return

The Design Manager will receive:

£50,000 - £65,000 salary, dependent on experience

Professional development and qualification support

Pension

Flexible / hybrid working opportunities

Career progression within a growing consultancy

If you are a Design Manager considering your next opportunity, please apply or contact the recruitment team for further information

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