Design Manager | Tier 2 Commercial Construction

CGC Recruitment; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

CGC Recruitment is seeking a Design Manager to oversee the design process from concept to construction on challenging commercial projects in Western Australia. You will lead external consultants, coordinate with estimators and delivery teams, and ensure design solutions meet programme, budget and client requirements.

The role emphasizes buildability, risk management and strong stakeholder communications as you drive design outcomes across multistorey residential, mixed-use and complex commercial

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator within commercial construction.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 head contractors.
• Experience across multistorey residential, mixed-use or complex commercial building projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, design coordination and buildability.
• Ability to manage multiple consultants, competing priorities and project deadlines.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage design process from concept development through to construction.
• Lead external consultants, architects, engineers and specialist designers.
• Review design documentation to ensure buildability, compliance and cost efficiency.
• Work closely with estimating, commercial and project delivery teams.
• Identify design risks, resolve technical issues and manage design changes.
• Coordinate design programmes, approvals and documentation deliverables.
• Contribute to value engineering and design optimisation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and internal project teams.

Tools

CAD/BIM

Job description

With a diverse pipeline of work spanning multistorey residential, mixed-use, commercial, education and aged care developments, this business offers the opportunity to be involved in challenging projects from early design through to construction delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to join a financially secure, well-established builder where you'll have genuine input into design outcomes, work closely with experienced construction professionals and play an important role in delivering quality projects.

Working across the preconstruction and delivery phases, you'll be responsible for managing the design process, coordinating consultants and ensuring design solutions meet project requirements, budgets and construction programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and coordinate the design process from concept development through to construction.
• Lead external consultants, architects, engineers and specialist designers.
• Review design documentation to ensure buildability, compliance and cost efficiency.
• Work closely with estimating, commercial and project delivery teams.
• Identify design risks, resolve technical issues and manage design changes.
• Coordinate design programmes, approvals and documentation deliverables.
• Contribute to value engineering and design optimisation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and internal project teams.

About You

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator within commercial construction.
• Previous experience working with a reputable Tier 1 or Tier 2 head contractor.
• Experience across multistorey residential, mixed-use or complex commercial building projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, design coordination and buildability.
• Ability to manage multiple consultants, competing priorities and project deadlines.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

What's on Offer?

• Established Tier 2 builder: Join a financially secure and respected commercial construction business.
• Diverse project portfolio: Work across major multistorey residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
• Early project involvement: Influence design outcomes from preconstruction through to delivery.
• Strong pipeline: Long-term opportunities across a range of secured and upcoming projects.
• Experienced leadership: Work alongside approachable senior management and established project teams.
• Career development: Genuine opportunities to grow and progress within the business.
• Competitive package: Attractive remuneration reflective of experience and capability.