Design Manager

Design Manager - East Midlands

Design Manager - a leading privately‑owned contractor is searching for a Design Manager to join their growing operations team delivering Design & Build projects across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. This role is exclusive with Saxton Recruitment and offers an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful contractor with a robust pipeline.

This client has a track record delivering projects across frameworks such as SCAPE, Crown Commercial Services, Department for Education (DfE) and PAGABO ranging from £5m – £25m.

Our client has a full order book for 2026 and into 2028 and can offer excellent opportunities for development and progression as the region expands over the next 5 years.

You will have the opportunity to deliver some of the region's key projects across a range of sectors – and offer stability and career development. Whether it's a new academy, a state‑of‑the‑art health facility, or a commercial development, you'll be part of projects that genuinely make a difference.

• Diverse Projects:
  Engage in projects ranging from £5m to £20m across various sectors
• Career Progression:
  Benefit from structured development programs and clear advancement pathways
• Supportive Environment:
  Experience a collaborative culture that values traditional principles and fair practices
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Focus on employee well‑being and personal development

• Review the technical aspects of details put forward by architects and engineers
• Coordinate changes with the Design team to ensure best value
• Lead design team meetings and coordinate build process
• Liaise with client and consultant throughout the project

• Basic salary of £55,000 – £65,000 (DOE)
• Company Car or Car Allowance (£6,000)
• Bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Private healthcare, pension, and life assurance
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays

To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record working as a Design Manager delivering D&B projects (£5m+) for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.

For any further information on this Design Manager vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on 07776 194180.

Key Roles – Design Manager / Design & Build Manager