Design Manager

Location: Broxbourne

Vacancy Summary

Job Title:

Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job : #1297

Location:

, Hertfordshire

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary: c £60,000-£70,000 basic, plus a competitive benefits package including car or allowance, private healthcare, pension, and performance-related bonus.

Company & Project:
A highly regarded Tier 1 Main Contractor, recognised for delivering high-quality projects across the Education, Healthcare, Residential, and Commercial sectors, is seeking an ambitious Design Manager to join their growing design team.

This role will involve supporting both the Pre-Construction and On-Site Delivery teams, providing an excellent opportunity to gain exposure across all RIBA design stages. The company offers a supportive environment for professional development and career progression within a collaborative team structure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The successful candidate manage the design process, ensuring that project designs are efficiently developed and delivered to meet client requirements, quality standards, and deadlines.

Key responsibilities include:

Overseeing the design process from concept to completion.

Assisting with the coordination of consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Managing and reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation.

Ensuring designs comply with building regulations, project briefs, and company standards.

Contributing to value engineering and design review meetings.

Liaising closely with project teams to support seamless design delivery on site.

Desirable

Experience:

Minimum of 5+ years' experience in design coordination or a related role.

Good technical understanding of construction methodologies and building processes.

Experience working on new build projects is advantageous.

Previous roles may include:
Junior Design Manager, Design Manager, Assistant Design Co-ordinator, Design Co-ordinator, or Graduate Design Manager.

Qualifications & Skills:

Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or Architectural Technology (e.g. HNC, HND, BTEC, NVQ).

Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
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Application Process:

If you would like more information on this Assistant Design Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn ; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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