Design Manager

EA Associates; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction firm in Leicester is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee a range of exciting projects. You will manage the design process from pre-construction to delivery, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate has substantial construction experience and strong communication skills, with a competitive salary in the range of £65k - £70k.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for progression

Diverse portfolio of projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within the construction sector.
• Strong technical understanding across major building projects.
• Ability to manage design information in fast-moving project environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the full design process across multiple projects.
• Lead design meetings, reviews and workshops with project stakeholders.
• Identify design risks and propose effective solutions.

Skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Technical understanding

Job description

A well-established and respected construction company in Leicester is seeking an experienced Design Manager to take the lead across a range of exciting, high-value projects. This role offers the opportunity to drive the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, working closely with internal teams and external consultants to achieve high-quality, buildable and compliant solutions.

The Role

• Manage and coordinate the full design process across multiple projects
• Lead design meetings, reviews and workshops with project stakeholders
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information for accuracy and buildability
• Ensure all design deliverables meet programme and quality targets
• Identify design risks and propose effective solutions
• Collaborate with pre-construction, commercial and site teams to support successful delivery

About You

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within the construction sector
• Strong technical understanding across major building projects
• Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Confident decision-maker with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Ability to manage design information in fast-moving project environments

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary £65k - £70k
• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of local projects
• Supportive environment with real scope for progression

If you're an ambitious Design Manager looking for your next career step, please get in touch for a confidential discussion or to request further details