Design Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing main contractor in London is seeking a Design Manager to lead projects through the full design lifecycle. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and refurbishment projects, enabling career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Travel Allowance

Pension

Medical Insurance

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Manager with a main contractor.
• Ability to manage the full design lifecycle independently.
• Exposure to sectors such as commercial, residential, or refurbishment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design process from tender to completion.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal teams.
• Oversee design documentation and resolve technical queries.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Team Coordination

Design Lifecycle Management

Job description

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• Salary: £65000 - £70000 per annum + Travel Allowance, Pension, Medical etc
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - London
• Town/City: City of London, London
• Posted: 23/06/2025
• Listed in: Project Managers
• Reference: BBBH3720_1750674714
  
  

• Salary: £65000 - £70000 per annum + Travel Allowance, Pension, Medical etc
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - London
• Town/City: City of London, London
• Posted: 23/06/2025
• Listed in: Project Managers
• Reference: BBBH3720_1750674714
  
  

Job Description

Job Title: Design Manager

Location: London

Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Package

We have partnered with a growing main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering commercial, fit-out, refurbishment and residential projects across London. With a turnover of over £130M and a healthy pipeline of work, they're looking to bring in a Design Manager to join their expanding team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who's looking to take ownership of their own projects, work across the full project lifecycle, and continue to grow within a supportive and well-established business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full design process on your own projects, from tender through to completion
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure design intent is delivered
• Oversee the preparation of design documentation, technical submittals and approvals
• Input into the pre-construction process and support on bids and tenders
• Attend design and coordination meetings, resolving technical queries as they arise
• Work closely with site and delivery teams to manage design risk and resolve issues on site
• Maintain programme alignment, reporting on design progress and potential risks
• Liaise with clients and design stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure successful delivery
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Design Manager with a main contractor
• Comfortable managing the full design lifecycle independently
• Exposure to a range of sectors - commercial, residential, refurbishment or fit-out - would be desirable
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take on responsibility
• Someone keen to build a long-term career and develop within a growing business
  
  

What's On Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 (depending on experience)
• Clear path in terms of career progression
• A business with a diverse project portfolio and strong reputation in the market
• Full benefits package
• The chance to take ownership of your own projects and grow with the business
  
  

Apply now to be considered for this role. To discuss further, please reach out to Vekshana.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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