Design Manager

O'Neill & Brennan - Taunton; Bath; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

O'Neill and Brennan in Bath is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead design coordination on a flagship, multi-year construction scheme valued at £40m+ for a Tier 1 contractor.

The role is site-based and requires close collaboration with the Project Manager, Site Management, consultants and subcontractors to ensure timely design information in line with the programme. A proactive, hands-on approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Manager for a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experience delivering major schemes valued over £40 million.
• Strong design coordination and buildability knowledge.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and specialist subcontractors.
• Site-based construction environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process during the construction phase.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Site Management and Commercial teams to align design with programme.
• Coordinate architects, structural and M&E consultants, subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve design clashes and buildability issues.
• Manage design deliverables and information release schedules.
• Chair design coordination meetings and communicate with stakeholders.
• Ensure design compliance with contractual requirements and regulations.
• Support procurement and subcontractor design development.

Skills

Tier 1 contractor experience

Design coordination

Buildability & method

Multidisciplinary team management

Communication & organisation

Problem solving

Hands-on design management

Job description

Design Manager - Flagship £80m+ Construction Project

Location: Bath, Somerset

Salary: Negotiable + Comprehensive Package

Employment: Permanent | Full-Time | Site-Based

Project: Major Multi-Year Construction Scheme

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor delivering a flagship, multi-year construction project in Bath.

This is a significant scheme offering long-term project security, the opportunity to work alongside an established delivery team and involvement in a technically challenging, high-profile development.

We are specifically looking for a site-based Design Manager who enjoys being closely involved with the construction process, working collaboratively with operational teams, consultants and subcontractors to ensure successful design coordination and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process throughout the construction phase.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Management and Commercial teams to ensure design information supports the construction programme.
• Coordinate architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants and specialist subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve design clashes, technical challenges and buildability issues.
• Manage design deliverables, approvals and information release schedules.
• Chair design coordination meetings and maintain effective communication between all stakeholders.
• Ensure design compliance with contractual requirements, specifications and relevant regulations.
• Support procurement and subcontractor design development.

About You

• Previous experience working as a Design Manager for a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experience delivering major construction schemes valued in excess of £40 million.
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, design coordination and buildability.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and specialist subcontractor packages.
• The ability to work effectively within a busy, site-based construction environment.
• Excellent communication, organisation and technical problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to design management.

What's on Offer?

• A negotiable salary and benefits package, reflective of experience.
• The opportunity to work on a flagship construction scheme in Bath.
• Long-term project continuity on a multi-year development.
• An established Tier 1 contractor

O'Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.