Hybrid Design Manager — Multi-Sector Construction Leader

Willmott Dixon Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Willmott Dixon in Cardiff is recruiting a Design Manager to lead the design on Wales and West projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring buildability, quality and compliance with codes and planning requirements.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and clients to establish design criteria, manage external design consultants, and ensure designs meet project objectives and timelines.

Qualifications

• The candidate will have experience leading design on major construction projects and will be able to coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Strong understanding of construction drawing reading, specifications and building regulations.
• Experience with design management on projects with a main contractor and knowledge of MMC is preferred.
• Hold a valid driving licence and a CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Managing the design phase from concept through construction documentation, ensuring compliance with objectives and regulations.
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors and customers to establish design criteria and deliverables.
• Overseeing external design consultants to maintain design integrity and quality.
• Facilitating design reviews, coordinating with supply chain partners and ensuring alignment with budgets and timelines.

Skills

Reading drawings

Design coordination

CAD

Microsoft Office

Driving licence

CSCS card

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Willmott Dixon in Cardiff is recruiting a Design Manager to lead the design on Wales and West projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring buildability, quality and compliance with codes and planning requirements.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and clients to establish design criteria, manage external design consultants, and ensure designs meet project objectives and timelines.