Senior Design Manager

ZipRecruiter; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in Kettering is seeking a Design Manager to join their Pre-construction team. The role involves managing design risks, liaising with project teams, and ensuring high-quality project delivery. The company offers a competitive salary, career development, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Company car/car allowance

Career development and progression

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Live within or be commutable to Kettering.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mitigate design risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with the work-winning team on a regular basis.
• Provide technical expertise on all design-related matters.

Skills

Project Management

Design Management

Risk Management

Job description

Job Description

Design Manager - Kettering

Salary: Competitive

The company: Are you a Design Manager looking for a new role? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced individual within the Kettering (and surrounding) area to join a well-established and highly regarded Main Contractor who has been delivering Later Living and multi-room projects to an exceptional standard.

My client currently enjoys a turnover of £70 million with project values reaching up to £20 million.

The ideal candidate will be a Design Manager: and will join the Pre-construction team, supporting and liaising with the work-winning team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects.

The Role:

1. Pre-Construction role liaising with the work-winning team on a regular basis
2. Manage and mitigate design risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring all designs meet the client and stakeholders' requirements
3. Work closely with the Project Manager and Commercial team to ensure designs are delivered within budget and timescales
4. Provide technical expertise and guidance on all design-related matters

What we want from you:

• Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry
• Strong track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Live within or be commutable to Kettering

On Offer for You:

• Salary: Competitive
• Company car/car allowance
• Career development and progression
• Be part of an amazing team and company that values work/life balance
• Hybrid work model

If you’re interested in the role or have any further questions, please apply or contact Romi at Kenton Black in the Birmingham office.