Design Manager

Build Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fit out contractor in London is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee the design process for Cat A & B commercial fit out projects. The ideal candidate will manage multiple stakeholders and ensure designs comply with regulations. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a stable, collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to deliver high-profile projects

Career progression within a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within fit out or refurbishment contracting.
• Strong knowledge of Cat A & B office fit out projects.
• Excellent understanding of building regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design process from pre-construction through to completion.
• Coordinate design input from consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review drawings for buildability, compliance, and value engineering opportunities.
• Work closely with commercial and site teams to align design with budgets and programmes.
• Ensure design information is issued to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Skills

Design process management

Collaboration with stakeholders

Building regulations knowledge

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Client communication

Job description

Overview

Design Manager - Cat A & B Fit Out, London. Design Manager role with a leading fit out contractor specialising in Cat A & B commercial fit out projects across London. With a healthy pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced Design Manager to coordinate and drive the design process.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design process from pre-construction through to completion.
• Coordinate design input from consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review drawings for buildability, compliance, and value engineering opportunities.
• Work closely with commercial and site teams to align design with budgets and programmes.
• Ensure design information is issued to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within fit out or refurbishment contracting.
• Strong knowledge of Cat A & B office fit out projects.
• Excellent understanding of building regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive collaboration.
• Detail-driven with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to deliver high-profile Cat A & B fit out schemes in London.
• A stable pipeline of work with a respected contractor.
• Genuine career progression within a collaborative team.