Lead Design Manager – Hybrid, Cornwall (Car Allowance)

Sphere Solutions; Truro; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected contractor in Cornwall is seeking a Design Manager to oversee high-profile commercial Design & Build projects. The role involves managing the design process from tender to handover and coordinating with various teams to ensure compliance and quality. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a similar environment and a strong technical understanding. The position offers a salary of £65,000 - £70,000 plus car allowance and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Car allowance

Hybrid working options

Opportunity to work on major projects

Supportive professional team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within a commercial Design & Build environment.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Solid technical understanding across architecture, MEP, civils, and structural disciplines.
• Ability to review and challenge design information.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design process from tender to project handover.
• Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams for compliant designs.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead design meetings and manage the design programme.
• Identify design risks and ensure adherence to CDM responsibilities.

Skills

Design management

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Technical understanding

Proactive solutions-driven mindset

Job description

A respected contractor in Cornwall is seeking a Design Manager to oversee high-profile commercial Design & Build projects. The role involves managing the design process from tender to handover and coordinating with various teams to ensure compliance and quality. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a similar environment and a strong technical understanding. The position offers a salary of £65,000 - £70,000 plus car allowance and hybrid work options.