Design Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international construction company is seeking a Design Manager to join their Life Sciences team in Macclesfield. This role involves managing design requirements for a 5-year framework of small works, offering the opportunity to lead project teams and contribute to innovative engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and substantial industry experience, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of construction industry experience.
• Experience managing design consultants and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage design consultants and sub-consultants for on-site works.
• Chair and minute design meetings to align production of information.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Design Coordination

Education

Degree in a construction-related discipline

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• Duration: Permanent
• Expiry Date: 29 June 2025
• Job Ref: V-256349

Design Manager

Location: UK - Macclesfield

Overview

Opportunity for a Design Manager in Macclesfield to join the Life Sciences team. The Design Manager will report into the project team, fully understanding and managing the design requirements of the tender/project, and providing assistance and guidance to design coordinators where appropriate. This is a 5-year framework for small works ranging from £300k - £4m. This role is on-site, working alongside the Sisk framework team and client framework team. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company, offering trust, certainty, and value to our clients, while being at the heart of change. The NRL Group connects global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life, supporting energy transition plans and working with clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. For safety tips when job searching online, visit the JobsAware website.

Responsibilities

• Manage design consultants and sub-consultants, ensuring correct and timely delivery of design information for on-site works.
• Manage design coordinators and mentor them for their projects.
• Contribute to the Employer's Requirements/Contractor Proposal Compatibility.
• Assist the Design Coordinator during the construction phase.
• Chair and minute design meetings, ensuring production of information aligns with the design.

Qualifications

• Degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Minimum six years of construction industry experience.