Design Manager

Knightwood Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Birmingham is seeking a Design Manager to oversee a new scheme. This role involves ensuring design quality, managing costs, and leading projects from conception to delivery. Ideal for experienced Design Managers or Architects looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Experience in Design/Technical Management or Coordination.
• Significant experience in Residential, Student Accommodation, or Hotel projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure design process adheres to legislation and standards.
• Oversee design quality and project timelines.
• Involvement from conception to delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Estimation

Project Management

Education

Architectural Technology

Architecture

Job description

Full Job Description

*Design Manager, Birmingham*

A hugely successful contractor is seeking a Design Manager to be site-based on a brand new scheme in Birmingham. Having already expanded and established themselves within a number of cities, this is a great opportunity to take the lead on a scheme that will open up opportunities in the area.

Main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

1. Ensuring the design process recognises current legislation, standards, and codes of practice, where appropriate.
2. Ensuring design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescales.
3. Cost estimating, including recommendations of cost-effectiveness and practical alternatives.
4. Project involvement from conception to delivery.
5. Overseeing and reviewing design drawings.

Applicants will preferably be existing Design/Technical Managers or experienced Design/Technical Coordinators seeking the next step in their career. However, Senior Architectural Technologists/Technicians or Architects with significant Residential, Student Accommodation, or Hotel experience will also be considered.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone to immerse themselves in a successful business and take a leading role.

A remuneration of up to £70k - £75k plus package is on offer for the right candidate.