Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Newmarket is seeking a Design Manager to enhance project outcomes through innovative design management. This pivotal role requires collaboration with specialists to ensure compliance and commercial viability. The ideal candidate possesses experience in managing design programmes and maintaining high standards in buildability. The role offers competitive benefits, including a car allowance and extensive learning opportunities.

Benefits

Car Allowance / Company Car

Extensive corporate benefits

Excellent learning and development opportunities

Industry-leading family leave benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing design programmes and schedules.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Knowledge of compliance, health and safety, and buildability standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a realistic design programme.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ensure designs are verified for compliance and buildability.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities at each design stage.

Job description

Your new company
One of the UK's leading contractors with over a 100 years of experience. Operating across the UK in sectors including Construction, Residential, Fit Out, Maintenance, and Engineering.

Your new role

Working on projects in Cambridge and surrounding areas, they are looking for Design Managers to join their Cambridge team. As a Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality outcomes, improving buildability, and encouraging innovation across their projects. You will collaborate closely with industry specialists and the in-house technical team to ensure designs align with project briefs, maintaining a focus on value, compliance, commercial viability, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and manage a realistic design programme and information schedule to support design, procurement, and construction activities.
2. Champion continuous improvement and innovation throughout the design process.
3. Ensure all designs are reviewed and verified for compliance, health and safety, and buildability before construction begins.
4. Identify and manage key risks and opportunities at each stage of the design and delivery process.

What you'll get in return

• Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
• Extensive corporate benefits
• Excellent range of learning and development opportunities
• Industry-leading family leave benefits

What you need to do now

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