Design Manager

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Our client is a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor with operations across the UK; due to continued growth within the West Midlands they are seeking a Design Manager to join their construction team on a live scheme in Shropshire. The organisation works across multiple sectors, including leisure, education, BTR, student accommodation, healthcare, commercial and industrial. The Role The Design Manager will focus on delivering high‑rise residential and mixed‑use developments across the West Midlands region. The successful candidate will manage and coordinate the design process from tender through to project completion, ensuring designs are compliant, buildable, and delivered in line with programme, cost, and quality objectives. This role requires experience in high‑rise schemes and working closely with consultants, subcontractors and project teams to ensure efficient design delivery on complex projects. Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process throughout pre‑construction and construction stages. Coordinate architects, consultants and specialist subcontractors to ensure design deliverables meet programme requirements. Review design information for buildability, value engineering opportunities and compliance. Ensure all design information is fully coordinated, accurate and issued in accordance with project timelines. Manage design change control processes and ensure all revisions are communicated to relevant stakeholders. Work closely with the Project Manager, Commercial Team and Site Teams to align design with construction requirements. Chair and lead design team meetings and workshops. Ensure integration of structural, architectural and MEP designs. Support procurement by reviewing technical submissions from subcontractors. Liaise with clients, consultants, local authorities and external stakeholders. Provide technical support during client meetings and presentations. Ensure clear communication between design teams and site operations.
Education, Skills and Experience
BSc Construction Management or Design-related Degree RIBA Proven experience as a Design Manager with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor. Experience as an Architectural Technologist or Architect. Experience delivering high‑rise residential or mixed‑use developments. Strong understanding of construction methods, structural systems, façade design and MEP coordination. Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and planning processes. Experience managing design through RIBA stages. Strong leadership and communication skills
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Location:
Telford
Job Type:
FullTime

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