Design Manager - Care Home Construction in Corby, North Northamptonshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Corby; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job platform seeks an experienced Design Manager to oversee design coordination across care facility projects. Based in Corby, this role involves managing the design process from concept to completion and traveling to sites mainly in Surrey and the M25 area. Successful candidates will have strong technical knowledge and proven experience in the construction sector, particularly in healthcare. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment with progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for progression and professional development

Hybrid working pattern with flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator within construction.
• Strong understanding of reviewing and interpreting architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to sites across the South.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process from concept to completion.
• Lead design meetings with architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Conduct on-site inspections to verify compliance with design intent.

Skills

Building design understanding

M&E coordination

Construction sequencing

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Title: Design Manager

Location: Corby (office-based) with travel to sites across the South of England (particularly Surrey, Woking, and the M25 corridor)

Sector: Care Facilities / Construction

Reports to: Project Director

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design coordination and management process across multiple care facility projects. Based from our Corby office, the role will involve regular travel to sites in the South of England to ensure design compliance, buildability, and coordination between design and construction teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and proven experience managing the design process from pre‑construction through delivery within the healthcare or care home sector.

Key Responsibilities

Office-Based (Corby)

• Manage and coordinate the design process from concept to completion, ensuring design intent aligns with client requirements, budgets, and programme.
• Lead design meetings with architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings and technical submissions for compliance, accuracy, and buildability.
• Work closely with estimators and planners during tender and pre‑construction phases to assess design risks and opportunities.
• Ensure all design documentation meets regulatory and contractual requirements, including Building Regulations and CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards.
• Oversee the timely release of design information to support procurement and construction.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to manage design approvals and change control processes.
• Support value engineering and innovation to achieve cost and efficiency targets without compromising quality or functionality.

Site-Based (South England – primarily Surrey, Woking, M25 area)

• Attend site coordination and progress meetings to resolve design and technical issues in real time.
• Provide design clarification and ensure construction is in line with approved drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate between site teams, subcontractors, and design consultants to ensure smooth information flow.
• Identify and mitigate design‑related risks during construction.
• Conduct on‑site inspections to verify compliance with design intent and quality standards.
• Support commissioning and handover documentation, ensuring as‑built drawings and O&M manuals are complete and accurate.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator) within construction, ideally in care homes, healthcare, or residential sectors.
• Strong understanding of building design, M&E coordination, and construction sequencing.
• Proficient in reviewing and interpreting architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to sites across the South.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high‑quality care and residential projects across the South.
• Hybrid working pattern with flexibility between office and site.
• Supportive environment with scope for progression and professional development.

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