Design Manager

Think Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Design Manager to oversee all aspects of design management across various project types, including housing and commercial. The ideal candidate should have effective communication skills, experience on Design & Build projects, and the ability to manage design teams. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000, along with benefits like a company vehicle and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

Supportive team with a focus on quality

Qualifications

• Experience working on Design & Build projects for a main construction contractor.
• Experience managing members of a design team.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Design Management.
• Review design team technical specifications and drawings.
• Prepare and present design proposals.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detailed understanding of construction methods

Education

HND / Degree level in construction related subject

Job description

Overview

You will be responsible for managing all aspects of Design Management. The clients work spans across housing, commercial, public buildings and industrial buildings.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where no two projects are the same.

Role

• Review design team technical specifications and drawings
• Prepare contractors proposals
• Seek best value
• Prepare and present design proposals
• Review contract documents
• Monitor the development of the design
• Produce the contractors proposals
• Coordination of architectural, structure, mechanical and electrical design elements
• Lead and organise design coordination meetings

What they are looking for

• Detailed understanding of construction methods, Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
• Effective communication skills
• Experience working on Design & Build projects for a main construction contractor.
• HND / Degree level in construction related subject preferred but not essential
• Have experience of managing members of a design team, including the allocation and monitoring of design workload as well as overseeing individuals personal development

What They Offer

• Salary up to £75,000
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
• Supportive, close-knit team with a focus on quality and safety
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Involvement in meaningful, safety-critical projects that m...