Design Project Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive construction company based in Portsmouth is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead design activities on complex building projects. With a salary range of £60,000 - £85,000 and a hybrid working model, this role offers significant opportunities for career development in a stable and well-backed company. Candidates with a strong background in design and project management are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme

Project Bonus Scheme

Company Bonus Scheme

4 Years Death in Service Cover

Critical Illness Cover

Comprehensive training and development access

Team and company social events

Office with stocked kitchen and shower facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in design and/or project management within the building envelope or construction industry.
• Strong background in design management; façade remediation experience desirable.
• Ability to manage workflows, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design deliverables across complex projects.
• Ensure design milestones are achieved and programs are updated.
• Oversee performance of external design consultancies.

Skills

Design management

Project management

Communication skills

Workflow management

Commercial awareness

Education

5+ years in design or project management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

A progressive and people-focused principal contractor is looking to appoint a Design Project Manager to join its expanding design team, supporting the delivery of major façade remediation and complex building envelope schemes. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash-rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology, and the future of safer, better-built environments.

Based out of their head office in the Portsmouth area, projects are delivered nationwide. This new position has been created due to increased workload, offering a unique opportunity to shape and influence design management within the business. Projects range in value up to 22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings, and public sector assets. The company has built strong, long-term partnerships with blue-chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites.

Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, exceeding 50 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 60,000 - 85,000 (depending on experience)
• 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Project Bonus Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• 4 Years Death in Service Cover
• Critical Illness Cover
• Hybrid working available (mainly office-based with occasional site visits)
• Team Social Events and Company Events
• Supportive social environment
• Comprehensive internal and external training and development
• Access to Udemy and additional training resources
• Charity fundraising days
• Office with stocked kitchen and shower facilities

Job Overview

• Manage and coordinate design deliverables across complex envelope remediation and construction projects.
• Ensure all design milestones are achieved and programmes are continuously updated.
• Oversee and drive performance of external design consultancies and internal technical teams.
• Provide programme and milestone control using Microsoft Project.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, commercial, and operational teams.
• Monitor design risk and ensure compliance with HRB requirements and regulatory standards.
• Support procurement and site delivery by ensuring timely and accurate design information.
• Attend occasional site visits (no permanent site presence required).

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years\' experience in design and/or project management within the building envelope or construction industry.
• Strong background in design management; façade remediation experience desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (Primavera beneficial).
• Ability to manage workflows, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial awareness regarding design deliverables.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Candidates with an architectural background (e.g., Architectural Technologist) looking to progress into project management are welcomed.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• Forward workload confirmed into 2028
• Secure financial backing and strong reserves
• Low staff turnover and clear progression pathways
• Structured mentoring and coaching support
• Examples of employees significantly increasing salary within three years
• Feedback-led culture with weekly input from employees
• Training support, flexibility, and long-term incentives (including potential share options)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.