Design Manager NW

Navartis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing developer based in Manchester is looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead the design delivery of various projects. This pivotal role involves overseeing the design process from feasibility to completion across sectors such as residential and industrial. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design management, exceptional leadership skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 and a hybrid working arrangement with flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangement

Varied project portfolio

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or similar role within development or construction.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (BIM experience advantageous but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and coordinate the design team throughout all project stages.
• Take ownership of the design process from feasibility to completion.
• Manage design changes and assess their impact on cost, programme, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

AutoCAD

Design programme management

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Manchester (Hybrid - office, site & home working)

Full-time

£55,000 - £65,000 (flexible DOE)

I an working with a growing developer seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and coordinate the design delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing the full design process from feasibility through to project completion across sectors including residential, retail, medical, industrial and mixed use developments.

You will act as the central point of contact for all design related matters, ensuring projects are delivered in line with budget, programme, regulatory requirements and quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, manage and coordinate the design team throughout all project stages
• Take ownership of the design process from feasibility, planning and detailed design through to completion
• Chair design team meetings, manage agendas, track actions and ensure timely delivery of outputs
• Ensure designs align with project budgets, specifications, statutory regulations and programme constraints
• Manage design changes and assess their impact on cost, programme and quality
• Oversee post-contract design development, ensuring quality control and compliance on site
• Liaise closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors and external stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate design-related risks throughout the project lifecycle

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or similar role within development or construction
• Strong leadership, coordination and communication skills
• Proven experience developing and managing design programmes from preconstruction to handover
• Proficient in AutoCAD (BIM experience advantageous but not essential)
• Strong understanding of the cost and programme implications of design decisions
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• A pivotal role within a growing and ambitious development company
• Involvement in a varied and interesting project portfolio
• Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility where required
• Competitive salary and package, reflective of experience

If you are a proactive Design Manager looking to take ownership of projects and play a key role in their successful delivery, we would welcome your application.