Design Manager

Who is Size Group?

Launched in 2009 as a small construction venture between two friends, Size Group brings together the vital elements of property from the construction of luxury buildings through to the maintenance and management of a property portfolio.

We now seek a Design Manager to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a great opportunity for a Design Manager with a construction background to join our forward-thinking and collaborative organisation.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Auto enrolment to company pension scheme (opt-out option available)
• Private medical insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• 26 days annual leave
• Travel expenses for site-based staff

You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-end, prime residential projects, making this an ideal setting to deepen your experience and accelerate your professional growth.

At Size Group our values underpin who we are. They form an important benchmark for everyone – collectively and individually. We are:

• Empathetic – People-driven and focused
• Tenacious – Relentless pursuit of the highest standards
• Integrity – Integrity earns trust. Trust builds relationships
• Entrepreneurial – Self-starters that push beyond the obvious

We boast a culture that is focused on training and development, career paths and internal progression. What’s more, we’re committed to our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your lifestyle both in and out of the workplace.

As a Design Manager, you’ll take ownership of the design coordination process across our prime residential projects, ensuring that design intent is delivered seamlessly from concept through to completion.

Reporting to the Project Director, you’ll manage all design-related activities, liaising with architects, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure compliance with client requirements, statutory regulations, and programme milestones.

Working closely with the project team, you’ll drive design solutions that balance quality, cost, and buildability, while maintaining the highest standards expected in the luxury residential sector.

Additionally, you will:

• Lead design reviews and manage the flow of information between stakeholders
• Ensure timely production and approval of drawings and technical documentation
• Monitor design progress against programme and proactively resolve design issues
• Coordinate subcontractor design packages and manage design risk About You

  To be considered as a Design Manager, you will have:

  • A minimum of five years’ experience in design management, ideally with a main contractor, although this is not essential
  • A strong background in prime residential construction; experience with complex structural and architectural details is highly desirable
  • Excellent understanding of building regulations and design coordination processes
  • Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
  • A degree or equivalent in Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline
  How To Apply

  If your skill set matches the above and the prospect of helping deliver some of the country’s finest projects appeals to you, please reach out by clicking Apply.

  Your application will be processed by Size Group, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out!