Design Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Bromley; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable housebuilder in Bromley is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design team for residential developments. The ideal candidate should have over 4 years of experience in residential design and a solid understanding of UK design guidelines. This role involves developing design proposals, collaborating with multiple teams, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual bonus

Car allowance / EV salary sacrifice scheme

Private medical insurance

Pension + death in service

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in residential design (housebuilding preferred).
• Confident in managing design stages independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead site feasibilities and develop high-quality design proposals.
• Collaborate with teams to produce bespoke elevations.
• Coordinate with consultants and manage stakeholder presentations.

Skills

Residential design experience

Knowledge of UK design guidance

AutoCAD proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

RIBA Part 2 or equivalent architectural qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Job description

Reference: JM02_1760367988
Posted: October 13, 2025

An established housebuilder is seeking a Design Manager to join their growing team, delivering beautifully designed residential developments ranging from 30 to 500 homes. This is a great opportunity for a passionate, detail-focused individual to lead design work from feasibility through planning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site feasibilities and develop high-quality design proposals
• Collaborate with Land, Planning, Technical and Commercial teams
• Produce bespoke elevations using standard house types and local context
• Coordinate with consultants and manage stakeholder presentations
• Prepare material schedules and ensure smooth handovers to Technical

Requirements

• 4+ years' experience in residential design (housebuilding preferred)
• RIBA Part 2 or equivalent architectural qualification
• Strong knowledge of UK design guidance, regs and planning process
• Skilled in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Suite
• Organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing design stages independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Car allowance / EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Pension + death in service