Design Construction Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A market leading construction company is seeking a Design Manager to oversee pharmaceutical fit-out and life sciences projects in the South East region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing design from RIBA Stage 2 to 7, particularly in high-spec construction. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant projects and collaborate closely with various teams, driving progress and ensuring compliance with frameworks and timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a construction design management role.
• Experience managing design in life sciences or pharmaceutical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design consultants and subcontractors.
• Lead design meetings and track design progress.
• Ensure design documentation alignment with project timelines.

Skills

Project management from RIBA Stage 2 to 7

Understanding of NEC contracts

Architectural or MEP design knowledge

Technical knowledge

Proficient in MS Office applications

Tools

Viewpoint for Projects (4Projects)

Job description

Design Manager (Construction) | Life Sciences | South East Region | Above Market Rate Salary (Enquire For Details)

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MERITUS are excited to be working with a market leading Construction Company. We're looking for a Design Manager with a background in pharmaceutical fit-out, life sciences, or complex refurbishment projects.

The successful candidate will join a leading construction framework delivering high-spec small works ranging from £300k to £4m. The role is covering the South West region based in St Albans covering sites across the South East region, where you’ll play a key part in a long-term, multi-year programme working alongside client and delivery teams.

To be successful you will need previous experience in the design of Life Science construction projects including fit outs, refurbishments & cleanroom / laboratory builds. In addition to this you will need experience managing design from RIBA Stage 2 to 7 & strong understanding of NEC contracts (NEC3/4).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate design consultants, sub-consultants, and subcontractors to ensure the timely delivery of accurate design information.
• Act as a mentor and lead for design coordinators during all project stages, including construction.
• Review and align design deliverables with Employer’s Requirements and Contractor Proposals.
• Lead regular design meetings, producing clear minutes and tracking design progress.
• Ensure all design documentation is aligned with project timelines and compliant with framework standards.

Skills Required:

• Proven ability to manage projects from RIBA Stage 2 through to Stage 7, ideally in life sciences or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and contract deliverables.
• Background in Architectural or MEP design, with hands-on technical knowledge.
• Experience using Viewpoint for Projects (4Projects) and proficient in MS Office applications.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a construction design management role.

If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role – then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS Talent.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom