Design Manager

Slough Source: WhatJobs

£42,000–£70,000

Design Manager (Construction) - Hybrid - Slough/Hybrid - Up to £70,000 DOE

About the company

As a result of major business growth, we're on the lookout for a Technical Design Manager to join a rapidly expanding construction company! The successful candidate will lead the design process for large-scale projects and will cover the full lifecycle of project design from post-tender through to completion. You'll ideally come from a background in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture or design management within the construction industry. The company focuses on delivering complex structural solutions and operates within a highly technical, innovative sector. With a collaborative culture and a forward thinking approach, the business supports professional development.

The company head office is in Slough but there is full flexibility - Hybrid working. A full driving licence is a must.

Design Manager (Construction) - The Details

Great salary
Various perks and benefits
Excellent scope for progression

Design Manager (Construction) - Responsibilities & Requirements

You'll ideally come from a background in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture or design management within the construction industry
Strong organisational, technical, and stakeholder-management capabilities
Experience with BIM design tools and workflows
Lead and oversee the design phase of multi-storey construction projects from post-tender to handover
Liaise with internal teams, architects, engineers, and external partners to maintain smooth project progress
Monitor design timelines, budget alignment, and compliance with required standards
Identify, communicate, and mitigate design-related risks across the project lifecycle
Communicate design requirements clearly to multidisciplinary project teams
Ensure alignment between design objectives and construction delivery
Support collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve cohesive outcomes.
Oversee design output to ensure it meets technical, regulatory, and project-specific standards.
Conduct regular design reviews and site visits to ensure construction aligns with approved plans.
Maintain consistency and compliance across all design documentation.
Client engagement - Working closely with client to interpret their project vision and requirements
Provide informed design solutions that balance client expectations with technical and regulatory demands
Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a positive attitude is a must!