Design Manager

HLP Consulting; Eccles; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HLP Consulting is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design process on construction projects. You will coordinate architects, engineers and clients from inception through to construction, ensuring high-quality design and timely delivery.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, experience across RIBA Stages 3-5, and the ability to manage consultants and drive design solutions within budget and programme constraints.

Qualifications

• Experience leading design management in construction projects.
• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations, legislation and technical standards.
• Ability to manage design activities across tender, pre-construction and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Manage design process from inception through to project completion.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, clients and internal teams.
• Oversee design development, technical submissions and design coordination.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations and standards.
• Monitor design programmes, budgets, risks and deliverables.

Skills

Design management

RIBA Stages 3-5

Coordination

Regulatory compliance

Consultant management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Communication

Organisation

Education

Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Design Manager - Construction

Location: London / Leeds /

Salary: Competitive salary + benefits

Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager

HLP Consulting is working with an established and forward-thinking construction business looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Design Manager who enjoys taking ownership of projects, working collaboratively with commercial and operational teams, and delivering high-quality design solutions.

You’ll play an important role in managing the design process from initial concept through to construction and completion, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, programme and cost.

The Role

• Managing and coordinating the design process from inception through to project completion.
• Working closely with architects, engineers, consultants, clients and internal project teams.
• Overseeing design development, technical submissions and design coordination.
• Managing design activities during tender, pre-construction and construction phases.
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant building regulations, legislation and technical standards.
• Identifying and resolving design-related challenges before they affect project delivery.
• Monitoring design programmes, budgets, risks and deliverables.
• Providing technical guidance and support to the wider project team.
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Supporting continuous improvement in design processes and project delivery.

About You

• A strong background in design management within the construction industry.
• A relevant qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Experience working across RIBA Stages 3-5.
• Good working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
• A solid understanding of construction methodology, design coordination and technical compliance.
• Experience managing consultants and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The confidence to challenge design decisions constructively and offer practical solutions.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and programme requirements.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join an ambitious construction business where design plays a key role in project success.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of challenging projects, work alongside experienced construction professionals and contribute to a business that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

For the right individual, this could offer an exciting next step in their design management career.

Interested?

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