Design Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd seeks a Design Manager to lead and coordinate design on allocated projects, ensuring outputs are compliant, deliverable and aligned with client requirements, statutory regulations and contract obligations.

You will work with Senior Design Managers, project teams and the wider supply chain to deliver integrated, buildable and cost‑effective design solutions, manage design risk and provide clear documentation and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design management or technical coordination on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of design processes, building regulations and industry standards.
• Experience managing consultants and subcontractor design packages.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production and delivery of design information to meet programme.
• Integrate inputs from consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve integrated design solutions.
• Develop and manage design programmes, deliverables and reporting.
• Resolve design queries and interface issues across disciplines.
• Support design reviews, workshops and client presentations.

Skills

Design management

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

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.

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.

Desirable

• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management capability.

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

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.

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.

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