Construction Design Manager

300 North Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Manchester is seeking a Construction Design Manager to oversee healthcare and PFI projects valued between £500k and £10m. This role involves managing the design process from tender through delivery in live environments. Candidates should have proven experience in healthcare construction, knowledge of NHS standards, and relevant certifications. The position offers a contract for 6 months with a day rate of £350 CIS or £260 PAYE.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in healthcare construction projects, including PFI lifecycle works.
• Strong knowledge of NHS technical standards (HTM/HBN).
• SMSTS certification and First Aid at Work required.

Responsibilities

• Work with NHS Trusts to ensure projects are compliant.
• Coordinate consultants and subcontractors, manage design risks.

Skills

Healthcare construction projects experience

Knowledge of NHS technical standards

BIM/digital tools proficiency

Project management skills

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Construction Design Manager - Healthcare & PFI Projects

Construction Design Manager to oversee healthcare and PFI lifecycle projects valued between £500k and £10m. This role manages the design process from tender through to delivery in live healthcare environments, located in Manchester.

Details

• Location: Manchester
• Salary: £350 per day CIS or £260 per day PAYE
• Contract: 6 months
• Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 4.30pm

Responsibilities

• Work with NHS Trusts, consultants, and PFI/SPV providers to ensure projects are compliant, buildable, and aligned with HTM and HBN standards.
• Coordinate consultants and subcontractors, review drawings, manage design risks, and chair design meetings.

Requirements

• Proven experience in healthcare construction projects (including PFI lifecycle works).
• RIBA 0 - 7 projects.
• Strong knowledge of NHS technical standards (HTM/HBN).
• SMSTS certification and First Aid at Work (essential).
• Background with a main contractor or specialist healthcare contractor.
• Proficiency with BIM/digital tools and MS Project.

Application

Please apply to Joe Firth @300North - or (phone number removed)