Senior Design Manager

TN United Kingdom; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Design Manager to join a well-established main contractor in Kettering. This role offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility while managing and mitigating design risks throughout project lifecycles. You will provide technical expertise and guidance, contributing to high-quality project delivery. With a strong employee retention rate and a turnover of £70 million, this company is renowned for its exceptional standards. If you're passionate about design and looking for career development, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

Career development and progression

Hybrid work model

Healthcare benefits

Pension benefits

Multiple bonus reviews per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager in the construction sector.
• Strong ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the work winning team in a Pre-Construction role.
• Manage design risks and ensure compliance with client requirements.

Skills

Design Management

Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Professional certifications in Project Management

Job description

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Design Manager
Kettering
Construction
Salary: Up to £85,000

The company:

Are you a Design Manager looking for a new role? An exciting opportunity has come about for an experienced individual within the Kettering (and surrounding) area to join a well-established and highly regarded Main Contractor who have been delivering projects to an exceptional standard.

My client currently enjoys a turnover of £70 million with project values reaching up to £25 million.

The ideal candidate will be a Design Manager and will join the Pre-construction team. With an employee retention rate of 100% last year, 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. Office based, with Hybrid work
3. Manage and mitigate design risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that all designs meet the requirements of the client and all relevant stakeholders working closely with the Project Manager and Commercial team to ensure that designs are delivered within budget and timescales
4. You will also provide technical expertise and guidance to the team 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

On Offer for You:

• Salary: Up to £85,000
• Car allowance
• Career development and progression
• Hybrid work model
• Healthcare and Pension benefits
• Multiple bonus reviews per year

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