Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead and manage design teams across multiple projects in the South. This role is crucial for ensuring that design aligns with construction objectives, quality standards, and project timelines. You will collaborate with diverse teams, driving improvements and compliance throughout the design process. The company values its employees, offering generous benefits and a supportive work environment, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to grow their careers in a stable, family-run business with a rich history. Join a team dedicated to excellence in construction and design.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Increasing Annual Leave

Employee Referral Scheme

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Start and Finish Times

Car Allowance or Company Car

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of construction methodologies and materials.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complete and accurate design information for construction.
• Manage the selection and appointment of design consultants.
• Proactively drive project and design improvements.

Skills

Project Management

BIM Principles

Construction Methodologies

Leadership

Design Compliance

Education

Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

BIM Software

Job description

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About the Role

At Stepnell, we understand that design management is critically important to a construction project because it bridges the gap between design and execution, ensuring that the project meets its objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time.

We are looking to grow our team and recruit a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager to join our design team in the South, working from our Southampton or Bristol office. As a Design Manager, you will lead and manage external design consultants, design subcontractors, and construction team inputs on projects in our Southern region. Typically, you will work from your closest office, Southampton or Bristol, and travel one day a week to support your live projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complete, accurate, commercially viable design information for construction and procurement processes.
• Ensure design compliance with project contractual agreements, budgets, and regulations.
• Develop and maintain BIM principles.
• Collaborate with the pre-construction team through the bidding process.
• Proactively drive project and design improvements.
• Review all tender documentation to reduce risk and ensure compliance with building regulations.
• Support and advise on delivery and attend project meetings as required by the Contracts Manager.
• Manage the selection and appointment of design and specialist consultants, utility services, and third-party surveyors.
• Lead and implement appropriate BIM execution plans.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and leadership ability through the design process. You should have deep knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and techniques, with the ability to translate design into buildable solutions. Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring their work aligns with project goals, is essential.

Why Stepnell

We are committed to inspiring, nurturing, and investing in our people, ensuring fulfilling and rewarding careers. As proud holders of Investors in People Gold accreditation, we recognize our employees as the driving force behind our success. We value everyone's contribution and foster a teamship philosophy rooted in curiosity and empowerment. We offer generous benefits, including an enhanced pension scheme with a 7% employer contribution, increasing annual leave, a market-leading employee referral scheme, comprehensive health coverage for eligible roles, flexible start and finish times, and a car allowance or company car.

About Us

With over 155 years of history, we are a family-run, stable, and reliable business making long-term decisions for our people and customers. Our capabilities span construction, property development, energy, joinery, and concrete repairs. We operate from six regional offices across Nottingham, Rugby, Wantage, Bristol, Southampton, and Poole, with a strong focus on high-quality, repeat business, which currently accounts for 75% of our turnover. Our team of experts is proactive, collaborative, and dedicated to providing a smooth experience for our customers.