Design Manager

Our client, a leading UK contractor delivering some of the UK’s major construction projects, is seeking an experienced Design Managerto join their growing team. This is an opportunity to play a key role on London projects across sectors including commercial, offices and science buildings. Typical values schemes are £20m to £50m

Working with a highly respected company, you will be responsible for managing the design process from pre-construction through to project delivery, ensuring coordination across consultants and stakeholders while maintaining programme, quality, and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process across multiple project stages
• Lead design meetings with consultants, subcontractors, and client teams
• Review and manage design documentation to ensure buildability, compliance, and cost efficiency
• Identify and mitigate design risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure designs meet programme requirements and regulatory standards
• Support pre-construction activities including tender reviews and value engineering
• Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure seamless delivery on site

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor
• Strong experience delivering large-scale construction projects in the UK
• Excellent understanding of construction design processes and coordination
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and consultant teams
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification preferred

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.