Design Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Design Manager in Leeds to manage and coordinate the design process for various projects. This role involves working closely with project teams and ensuring compliance with design outputs and regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of design coordination experience, with strong knowledge of industry standards and construction processes. The position offers a competitive salary, 26 days annual leave, and numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave plus additional company days

Pension and benefits

Unlimited learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in design coordination or management.
• Proven experience in managing consultants and subcontractor design packages.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and design risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production and delivery of design information.
• Coordinate inputs from consultants and subcontractors.
• Monitor compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Design management

Technical coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

BIM

Dalux

Job description

Overview

The Design Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the design process on allocated projects or packages, ensuring that design outputs are compliant, deliverable and aligned with client requirements, statutory regulations and contractual obligations. The role works closely with Senior Design Managers, project teams, consultants and the wider supply chain to deliver coordinated, buildable and cost-effective design solutions. The Design Manager plays a central role in ensuring design integration, supporting risk management and driving value through technical solutions.

John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change.

Responsibilities

Design Coordination

• Manage the production and delivery of design information in line with programme requirements.
• Coordinate the inputs of consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve fully integrated design solutions.
• Support the development and management of design programmes, deliverables and reporting.
• Ensure timely resolution of design queries and interface issues across disciplines.

Quality & Compliance

• Review design documentation for accuracy, compliance and alignment with specifications.
• Monitor statutory and regulatory requirements to ensure design outputs meet obligations.
• Record, manage and communicate design risks, ensuring residual risks are addressed.
• Support the Senior Design Manager in design reviews, workshops and client presentations.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in design management or technical coordination within construction or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of design processes, building regulations and industry standards.
• Experience in managing consultants and subcontractor design packages.
• Fire stopping and drylining experience
• Worked individually on either small jobs previously or large packages as part of larger team

Desirable

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management capability.
• Stadium experience
• Knowledge of Breeam
• Experience of Dalux

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in design coordination or management roles.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance, design risk management and quality assurance.

Desirable:

• Professional membership of RIBA, CIOB, Engineers Ireland or equivalent.
• Training in BIM, digital engineering or MMC.
• Additional qualifications in project management, sustainability or health and safety.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland