Design Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Cambridge; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Design Manager for a medium-sized Main Contractor in Cambridge. The role involves design management and technical compliance for projects up to £15m. Ideal candidates will possess over 10 years of experience in the construction sector and hold an HNC or Degree in relevant fields. Competitive salary package and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Pension scheme

Bonus incentives

Qualifications

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, NHBC warranty requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for technical compliance and design management.
• Monitor the on-site Design coordination.
• Ensure practical construction knowledge in design processes.

Skills

Design management

Technical compliance

Construction knowledge

Education

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1280

Location: Cambridgeshire

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£70k basic plus competitive package in car or allowance, pension, bonus etc.

Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a medium sized Main Contractor operating in the Commercial, Mixed-Use and Education sectors across Cambridgeshire, who currently growing their Design team with a new Design Manager to work on projects up to c£15m in single value. The business has demonstrated sustained and strategic growth over the past 10 years, positioning itself as an employer of choice with a rewarding culture and a strong track record of investing in employees' personal and professional development.

The business holds places on a number of regional frameworks with a secured and growing pipeline of work for 2026 and beyond.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages, and monitoring the on‑site Design coordination. A process driven individual, with practical construction knowledge, and a keen eye for detail is an essential skillset for this role.

Desirable Experience

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, NHBC warranty requirements.
• Previous Roles: Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Co‑ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.