Industrial Design Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established contractor based in the City of London is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead challenging design projects. This role involves coordinating design processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with architects and engineers. Candidates should have extensive experience in design management, strong technical skills in design software, and excellent communication abilities. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in design management within the commercial or industrial sector.
• Technical knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM tools.
• Great communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and managing the design process across multiple stakeholders.
• Ensuring all designs meet regulations, contracts, and industry standards.
• Reviewing drawings and specifications to spot potential issues early.

Skills

Design management

Technical knowledge of design software

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Understanding of construction processes

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM tools

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established contractor who has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality commercial and industrial schemes across the region. They are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join their team and take the lead on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects. In this role, you will be the driving force behind the design process—making sure concepts are not only creative but also practical, cost-effective, and ready to be built. You will work closely with architects, engineers, and project teams to keep everything on track from pre-construction right through to handover.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and managing the design process across multiple stakeholders.
• Ensuring all designs meet regulations, contracts, and industry standards.
• Reviewing drawings and specifications to spot potential issues early.
• Supporting tender stages with technical insight and value engineering ideas.
• Aligning designs with budget and programme requirements.
• Championing safety, quality, and sustainability in every stage of design.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in design management, ideally within the commercial or industrial sector.
• Technical knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM tools.
• Great communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• A problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• A solid understanding of construction processes and building regulations.