Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Design Manager to lead an exciting new scheme in Birmingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the design process and ensure compliance with current legislation while managing project timelines and quality. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in design management, cost estimating, and project oversight. Join a successful team and take the next step in your career with a competitive salary package of up to £75k. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a thriving business environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Design/Technical Manager or Coordinator is preferred.
• Significant experience in relevant sectors such as Residential or Hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure design processes meet current legislation and standards.
• Oversee design quality and project timelines from conception to delivery.

Skills

Design Management

Cost Estimating

Project Management

Legislation Awareness

Education

Degree in Architecture or Related Field

Experience in Residential/Student Accommodation/Hotel Projects

Job description

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:

• Ensuring the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice, where appropriate.
• Ensuring design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescale.
• Cost estimating, including recommendation of cost effectiveness and practical alternatives.
• Project involvement from conception to delivery.
• Overseeing and reviewing design drawings.

Qualifications:

Applicants will preferably be existing Design/Technical Managers or experienced Design/Technical Coordinators who are 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 to take a leading role.

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