Design Manager

Design Manager / Senior Design Manager Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 + Package A well-regarded construction company specialising in large-scale residential and student accommodation schemes is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager. With projects ranging up to £80 million, this is a key role in managing the design process from pre-construction through to delivery. About the Role: As Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for coordinating the design elements of multiple live and pre-construction projects. You’ll ensure that all design information is delivered on time, aligns with project requirements, and supports cost-effective, buildable solutions. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage the design process from tender through to completion * Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders * Ensure designs are compliant with planning, building regs, and client specifications * Identify risks, design clashes, and potential programme impacts early * Support value engineering and contribute to build-ability reviews * Work closely with project, commercial, and planning teams to align design and delivery Requirements: * Proven experience as a Design Manager in main contracting, ideally on residential or student accommodation projects * Background in managing design on complex, multi-million-pound developments * Good technical knowledge of construction methods, regulations, and industry standards * Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills * Able to manage multiple design packages and deadlines simultaneously What’s on Offer: * Salary in the region of £65,000 – £75,000 * Competitive package including pension, bonus, and benefits * Flexible hybrid working, with Manchester as the base