Design Manager

ICDS (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is seeking a Design Manager for their Chiswick office. This role involves leading the design process for residential developments and managing design compliance with UK standards. The ideal candidate should have experience as a Design Manager and a strong understanding of construction regulations. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Design Manager or Design Coordinator within construction.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction processes.
• Proven ability to manage consultants and design programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the full design process from tender through construction.
• Manage RFIs, design records, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Chair and coordinate design meetings with consultants and subcontractors.

Skills

Design management

UK Building Regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Construction software proficiency

Job description

Design Manager – Chiswick (Head Office) & Enfield

A well-established Irish main contractor operating across the UK and Ireland is seeking a Design Manager to join their team. This permanent role is based in Chiswick (W4) with involvement in a live residential development in Enfield, along with future London-based schemes across residential, mixed-use, education and refurbishment projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the full design process from tender through construction.
• Review and assess design information for compliance with regulations, Employer’s Requirements, Contractors’ Proposals, NHBC / Premier Guarantee and UK standards.
• Identify and resolve design risks and issues, proposing practical alternative solutions.
• Manage the design programme and ensure timely release of information.
• Act as the main point of contact for all design-related queries.
• Chair and coordinate design meetings with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Manage RFIs, design records, and ensure accurate documentation throughout.
• Review consultant appointments, performance, capacity, and compliance alongside QS.
• Ensure design information is buildable, coordinated and suitable for safe construction.
• Support procurement schedules, subcontract design deliverables, and site teams with technical input.
• Monitor design progress against programme and support cost control and value engineering.

Requirements

• Experience working as a Design Manager or Design Coordinator within construction.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, NHBC / Premier Guarantee, and construction processes.
• Proven ability to manage consultants, subcontractor design teams and design programmes.
• Skilled in reviewing drawings, identifying risks and resolving design issues.
• Confident leading design meetings and liaising with clients and project teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with a focus on documentation and compliance.
• Ability to produce quick design sketches/clarifications when needed.
• Competent with construction software, document control systems and Microsoft Office.