Design Manager - Tier 1 Contractor

Position Design Manager - Tier 1 Contractor - Manchester

Location:

Manchester (Hybrid - with limited regional travel)

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Etc.)

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

An established Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their North West regional team. With a strong pipeline of secured work across the Manchester area, you will play a key role in delivering projects from residential, commercial, and public sector frameworks. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from pre‑construction through to completion, within a business known for quality delivery, stability, and long‑term career development.

You will take responsibility for managing the design process across projects of varying scale, ensuring effective coordination between consultants, clients, and delivery teams.

• Lead the design process from tender through to project completion
• Manage consultants and design teams effectively
• Ensure all design information is delivered on time and to a high standard
• Identify and mitigate risks within the design process
• Liaise with stakeholders including clients, subcontractors, and site teams
• Contribute to value engineering and buildability reviews

• Proven experience in a Design Manager or similar role within a contractor, subcontractor, or consultancy environment
• Background in any sector (residential, commercial, healthcare, education, etc.)
• Strong technical understanding with the ability to manage and resolve complex design issues
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive and solutions‑focused approach
• Working towards or holding a professional accreditation (CIAT, RIBA, CIOB) is desirable

• Opportunity to lead diverse and high‑profile projects
• Strong pipeline of secured work across multiple sectors
• Established reputation as a secure, long‑term employer
• A focus on career progression towards Senior Design Manager
• Competitive salary and comprehensive package
• Hybrid/flexible working available