Design Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Ipswich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Design Manager in Ipswich to ensure technical compliance and design management for various projects. The successful candidate needs a minimum of 10 years of experience with Main Contractors and a degree in relevant fields. Responsibilities include overseeing design coordination on-site and ensuring adherence to construction methodologies and regulations. A competitive salary package is offered, reflecting the importance of the role within a growing company.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation and Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages.
• Monitor the on-site Design coordination.

Skills

Design Management

Construction Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Education

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1316

Location: Suffolk

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£70k-£75k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, bonus etc.

Company & Project

Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with an established Main Contractor operating in the Commercial, Mixed-Use and Education sectors across Suffolk and Camrbidgeshire who currently growing their Design team with a new Design Manager to work on projects up to c£15m in single value.

The business has demonstrated sustained and strategic growth over the past 10 years, positioning itself as an employer of choice with a rewarding culture and a strong track record of investing in employees' personal and professional development.

The business holds places on a number of regional frameworks with a secured and growing pipeline of work for 2026 and beyond including c£10m projects near Thetford, Ipswich, Mildenhall and Cambridge.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages, and monitoring the on-site Design coordination.

A process driven individual, with practical construction knowledge, and a keen eye for detail is an essential skillset for this role.

Desirable Experience

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.
• Knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation and Building Regulations.
• Previous Roles: Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Co-ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.