Design Manager

Randstad CPE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national construction contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their Birmingham team. This permanent role involves spearheading design management for large warehouse and high-rise residential projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery. Candidates should have extensive experience and a proven track record managing projects worth over £20 million. The position offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £80,000, along with benefits including a company vehicle or car allowance and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Generous Annual Leave: 26 days

Company Vehicle or substantial Car Allowance

Attractive Performance-related Bonus Scheme

Comprehensive Private Healthcare Coverage

Qualifications

• Essential experience as a Design Manager in high-rise residential or industrial projects.
• Proven success managing projects valued at a minimum of £20 million.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current Building Regulations and planning requirements.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of the design process for large-scale projects.
• Liaison with architects, engineers, and internal teams for design collaboration.
• Review and approval of design submissions and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proactive problem-solving

BIM workflows knowledge

Job description

Design manager needed in Birmingham

Randstad is partnering with a leading national construction contractor, renowned for their commitment to quality and successful delivery across industrial, Education & Residential sectors. They are actively recruiting a skilled and experienced Design Manager to join their thriving Birmingham team.

With a strong pipeline of work secured for the coming years, this is a critical permanent appointment to support their continued growth and project success in the region.

The Role - Leading Design Excellence

Based in their Birmingham, you will be responsible for spearheading the design management process for Large warehouse projects & High Rise Residential projects. This pivotal role requires you to ensure every design aspect meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, budget, and timeline.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of the design process for large-scale projects.
• Seamless liaison and collaboration with architects, engineers, specialist consultants, and internal teams.
• Thorough review and decisive approval of design submissions, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensuring absolute compliance with all relevant Building Codes, the DfE framework requirements, and rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

• Essential experience as a Design Manager working on either high-rise residential projects or industrial projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects with a minimum value of £20 million.
• An exceptional eye for detail, coupled with the ability to proactively identify issues and implement effective solutions swiftly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of BIM workflows, current Building Regulations, and planning requirements.

Package & Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience).
• Generous Annual Leave: 26 days per year.
• Company Vehicle or substantial Car Allowance.
• Attractive Performance‑related Bonus Scheme.
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare Coverage.

How to Apply

If you are a driven Design Manager ready to lead significant projects and contribute to a leading national contractor's success in the midlands, we encourage you to apply.

Click Apply Now, or for a confidential discussion, please contact Dan @ Randstad Manchester by phone or email.

Job Information

• Job Title: Design Manager
• Company: Randstad CPE
• Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
• Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum
• Benefits: Car or Car Allowance & annual bonus
• Posted: Jan 9th 2026
• Closes: Feb 9th 2026
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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