Design Manager

Design Manager Warrington £55,000-£65,000  Package We're supporting a growing contractor-developer entering a new phase of strategic growth under new ownership and a modern, forward-thinking leadership team. With a secured pipeline of multi-rise residential and high-density new-build schemes , the business is strengthening its technical and design capability to support a more structured, coordinated and compliant delivery model. We're now looking for a Design Manager who can coordinate design information across complex multi-storey projects, ensuring clarity, buildability and compliance from pre-construction through delivery.

You'll work closely with architects, engineers and specialist consultants, helping drive technical consistency and supporting the wider project team with accurate, timely information.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate design across multi-rise residential and complex new-build schemes Support pre-construction design development, ensuring buildability and compliance Work with architects, engineers and consultants across structural, civil, faade and MEP disciplines Maintain design trackers, information schedules and quality control processes Review design proposals to ensure alignment with budgets, programme and value-engineering opportunities Support planning submissions, technical approvals and regulatory compliance Ensure design information meets Building Regulations and modern safety requirements Chair design coordination meetings and provide clear updates to project teams Facilitate communication between construction, commercial, technical and client teams Manage document control processes and ensure accurate information flow

What We're Looking For:

Experience as a Design Manager for a main contractor or developer Background in design & build , new-build residential or multi-storey projects Understanding of faade and envelope interfaces within new-build environments Strong knowledge of CDM and Building Regulations Confident managing consultants and multiple stakeholders Organised, proactive and solutions-focused Clear communicator with credibility across internal teams and clients Able to manage design information in a fast-paced environment What's In It For You: £55,000-£65,000 salary Strong package and benefits Opportunity to join early and influence how the design function develops Direct access to senior leadership and a respected technical team A pipeline of multi-rise residential schemes Clear progression as the business continues to grow