Design Manager

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de construction bien établie à Londres recherche un Design Manager pour gérer les processus de conception sur des projets majeurs de re-cladding. Vous jouerez un rôle central dans l'amélioration des procédures et la coopération entre les équipes sur site. Cette position offre une exposition directe aux projets et la possibilité de progresser au sein d'une entreprise investissant dans ses employés.

Benefits

25 jours de congé + jours fériés

Culture d'entreprise familiale

Voie de croissance à long terme

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion de la conception de façade dans un environnement de construction au Royaume-Uni.
• Capacité à travailler sur des projets de rénovation ou de re-cladding.
• Compréhension des documents techniques et des dessins.

Responsibilities

• Superviser le processus de conception de la façade pour des travaux de re-cladding.
• Vérifier les dessins pour conformité et précision.
• Assurer la coordination entre sous-traitants et équipes internes.

Skills

Management de la conception

Compréhension d'AutoCAD

Coordination avec les équipes

Job description

Job Title: Design Manager
Location: London
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 per year + Quarterly Bonus
Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays | Family-Feel Culture | Long-Term Growth Path

Why Join?
Are you ready to take ownership of the design management process on major re-cladding projects in London? This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal role with a well-established main contractor that's been a trusted name in the façade and envelope industry for over 50 years.

As Design Manager, you'll play a central part in managing and improving how design processes are delivered across re-cladding schemes.You'll be joining at an exciting stage of growth, with the opportunity to shape a department, create new procedures, and influence the way projects are delivered from a technical and compliance perspective.

As a Design Manager you'll be working from 7:30am - 5:00pm, primarily site-based with some time spent in the office.This role offers hands-on project exposure and the chance to grow with a stable, values-driven business that continues to invest in its people and its future.

Your Role as a Design Manager will include:

• Overseeing and managing the façade design process for remedial re-cladding works (no design creation involved)
• Reviewing and checking drawings for compliance, buildability, and accuracy
• Liaising with sub-contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Finding alternative technical solutions when required

The Successful Design Manager Will Need:

• Proven background in façade or cladding design management within the UK contracting environment
• Experience managing the design process on refurbishment or re-cladding projects
• Ability to coordinate between consultants, site teams, and subcontractors
• Comfortable working from site and dealing with live project environments
• Strong understanding of AutoCAD and design documentation

Keywords:
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