×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Design Manager

Job in Cardiff, Cardiff City Area, CF10, Wales, UK
Listing for: O'Neill & Brennan
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-09
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Architect / Sr. Architect, Civil Engineering
  • Design & Architecture
    Architect / Sr. Architect
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 110000 GBP Yearly GBP 70000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Design Manager | South Wales | Major £90m Construction Project | Excellent Salary + Package

A leading and highly reputable main contractor is about to commence a prestigious £90 million construction scheme in South Wales
, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join the project from the outset.

This is a rare chance to take ownership of the design process on a flagship development, working alongside a highly experienced project team and ensuring successful coordination from pre-construction through to completion.

The Role

As Design Manager, you'll lead and coordinate the design process, ensuring information is produced, reviewed and issued in line with programme requirements. You'll work closely with consultants, subcontractors, clients and the operational team to deliver practical, buildable and commercially effective design solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle
  • Coordinate consultant and subcontractor design information
  • Ensure design deliverables meet programme requirements
  • Chair design team meetings and manage design workshops
  • Identify and resolve design and technical issues proactively
  • Collaborate with site, commercial and planning teams to ensure smooth project delivery
  • Drive value engineering and buildability throughout the project
Requirements
  • Previous experience as a Design Manager with a main contractor
  • Proven track record delivering large construction projects (£50m+ desirable)
  • Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills
  • Experience managing consultant teams and design programmes
  • Relevant construction qualification
What s on Offer?
  • Opportunity to join one of South Wales  largest live construction projects
  • Long-term career prospects with a highly respected contractor
  • Excellent salary, package and benefits
  • Chance to influence a landmark scheme from project commencement

If you re an experienced Design Manager looking to join a major project with genuine long-term prospects, I d welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact Reece Kershaw today to find out more.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation

#J-18808-Ljbffr
Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)
0
200
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary