Design Manager

Construction; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design process from pre-construction through to completion across a portfolio of projects in South Wales and South West England. The role requires coordinating with architects, consultants, engineers and subcontractors to ensure designs align with programme, budget and regulatory standards.

You will manage multidisciplinary design teams, drive value engineering opportunities and work closely with commercial and site teams to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Design Management within construction, ideally with a main contractor.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction methods and building regulations.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of M&E design, particularly electrical services, would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process across multiple projects.
• Liaise with architects, consultants, engineers and specialist subcontractors.
• Ensure designs meet programme, budget, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and design optimisation.
• Work closely with commercial, pre-construction and site teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable.
• Manage design programmes, technical queries and design risk.

Job description

A leading regional building contractor with a strong reputation and a solid pipeline of secured work across South Wales/South West England is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join a experience and competent preconstruction team. This excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of construction projects, managing the design process from pre-construction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process across multiple projects.
• Liaise with architects, consultants, engineers and specialist subcontractors.
• Ensure designs meet programme, budget, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and design optimisation.
• Work closely with commercial, pre-construction and site teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable.
• Manage design programmes, technical queries and design risk.

About You

• Proven experience in Design Management within construction, ideally with a main contractor.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction methods and building regulations.
• Excellent communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and competing deadlines.
• Knowledge of M&E design, particularly electrical services, would be advantageous.