Design Manager | Ayrshire and Arran

A leading structural steel contractor is seeking a permanent Design Manager to take operational leadership of dedicated design teams, ensuring all structural steelwork packages are designed, detailed, and coordinated in accordance with project programmes and quality standards.

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum (DOE)

Locations:
Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Durham, Scarborough, Dorset, or West Yorkshire

Working Arrangement:
Office-based / Hybrid (with remote options considered depending on proximity to office hubs)

• Lead and manage design teams across multiple structural steel projects.
• Oversee the production of accurate 3D models, GA drawings, and fabrication information.
• Coordinate design output between engineers, detailers, connection designers, and external consultants.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant Eurocodes, British Standards, and client specifications.
• Manage design programmes, resources, and deliverables to meet strict project deadlines.
• Review and approve design outputs for accuracy, buildability, and compliance.
• Act as the primary technical interface between client, engineering, fabrication, and site teams.
• Drive design efficiency, value engineering, and constructability improvements.

• Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Design Lead role specifically within structural steel or heavy construction.
• Strong technical understanding of structural steelwork, detailing, and workshop fabrication processes.
• Proven experience managing Tekla-based design/detailing teams.
• Deep knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex design packages simultaneously.

• Paid overtime opportunities (where applicable).
• Company pension scheme & comprehensive healthcare package.
• Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking at selected locations.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Regular team-building events, awards ceremonies, and employee reward schemes.
• Clear progression path into senior / pre-construction leadership roles.