Design Manager – Pre-Construction & Technical Lead

Building Careers UK; Stockport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent package

Office-based role

Career development

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Building Careers UK is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design effort on technically complex construction projects during the pre-construction phase. Based in Stockport with an office-based setup, the role offers a salary of £45,000–£60,000 and an excellent benefits package, with close collaboration across design, estimating and commercial teams.

You will review architectural and technical drawings, translate requirements, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and ensure

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing architectural drawings and technical information.
• Ability to interpret and understand detailed construction drawings.
• Strong IT skills with technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing architectural and technical drawings
• Analysing detailed enquiry information and project requirements
• Translating complex technical information into clear and concise requirements
• Acting as the interface between clients, customers and the internal design team
• Reviewing technical specifications and identifying key project requirements
• Reviewing CAD files and detailed drawing packages
• Identifying technical issues, inconsistencies and potential design considerations
• Supporting the pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to design development
• Working closely with design, estimating and commercial teams
• Attending client meetings and providing technical input where required
• Communicating technical requirements clearly to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring technical information is accurate and complete before progressing projects
• Managing and reviewing large volumes of technical documentation
• Supporting the preparation of technical proposals and project information
• Maintaining accurate records of drawings, specifications and technical requirements
• Assisting with resolving technical queries during the pre-construction process
• Ensuring information is communicated effectively between the client and design teams

Skills

CAD proficiency

Technical design

Engineering mindset

Attention to detail

Client liaison

Team coordination

Pre-construction

Documentation management

Problem solving

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Building Careers UK is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the design effort on technically complex construction projects during the pre-construction phase. Based in Stockport with an office-based setup, the role offers a salary of £45,000–£60,000 and an excellent benefits package, with close collaboration across design, estimating and commercial teams.

You will review architectural and technical drawings, translate requirements, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and ensure