Design Manager - Global Projects | Manchester Studio

Ad Warrior Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BDP in Manchester is seeking a Design Manager to support design and project management across international teams. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and commercial management of design projects within a global multidisciplinary practice.

You'll collaborate with project directors to manage quality assurance, delivery milestones, and client satisfaction on complex schemes. PRINCE2/APM qualifications are advantageous and opportunities for training are available.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness with ability to interpret contractual documentation.
• Experience coordinating design teams and resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan and programme design projects.
• Manage internal and external commercial aspects.
• Coordinate resources across design disciplines, projects and sectors.
• Procure and manage supply chain relationships.
• Define scope and deliverables; monitor progress and reporting.
• Collaborate with project directors to ensure QA and project controls.
• Negotiate appointments and fees.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Excel

People skills

Education

PRINCE2 or APM PFQ/PMQ advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

BDP in Manchester is seeking a Design Manager to support design and project management across international teams. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and commercial management of design projects within a global multidisciplinary practice.

You'll collaborate with project directors to manage quality assurance, delivery milestones, and client satisfaction on complex schemes. PRINCE2/APM qualifications are advantageous and opportunities for training are available.