Senior/Design Manager

Russell WBHO Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell WBHO Limited is seeking a Design Manager to lead design management across live bids and projects, ensuring buildable, cost-efficient designs while coordinating with supply chain partners and managing regulatory requirements.

You will influence design decisions, maintain client relationships, and support early career development within a collaborative team environment committed to high standards and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills for challenging situations.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, sequences and processes.
• Highly organised and methodical approach.
• Strong interpersonal liaison with project teams and departments.
• Attention to detail with strategic deadlines.
• Building Regulations and industry best practice understanding.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of design management for live bids and schemes through the full project lifecycle.
• Influence designs to promote buildability and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with supply chain partners for delivery solutions.
• Manage CDM Regulations, regulatory approvals and planning conditions.
• Prepare consultant and sub-contractor appointments and design responsibility matrices.
• Provide support for technical queries and RFIs.
• Maintain client relationships and support business development.
• Support employee development via the Building Student Programme.

Skills

Effective communication

Highly organised

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Here at Russell WBHO, we have a solid pipeline of work into 2027/28 and have a portfolio of exciting projects including:

• Heritage Refurbishment (Office/Commercial), Bolton (Approx £12m)
• Office Conversion to Hotel, Manchester City Centre (Approx £30m)
• Heritage Refurbishment to 5 Star Hotel, Bath (Approx £75m)

An opportunity has arisen to join our collaborative, professional Design Management Team.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in the field & will have experience of:

• The full project life-cycle – from inception through to project handover and customer care
• Leading all aspects of the Design Management of live bids/schemes through the full project lifecycle
• Influencing designs to promote buildability and cost efficiency
• Net Zero, sustainability & energy/carbon related matters – helping both the Business and our Clients achieve their obligations & commitments
• Working with supply chain partners to develop optimal delivery solutions
• CDM Regulations, Regulatory Approvals and Planning Conditions
• Compiling and negotiating Consultant and Sub-Contractor Appointments / Design Responsibility Matrices in collaboration with Russells in-house Lawyer
• Input to Supply Chain interviews, sub-contract procurement processes & specialist's technical appraisals
• Preparation of Contractors Proposals and Employers Requirements
• Providing support for Technical Queries & RFI's
• Managing 3 rd Party Consents
• Preparation of Contractors Proposals/Employers Requirements
• Maintaining, continuing and building Client relationships
• Supporting Employee development via active input into the Building Student Programme

Key attributes will also include:

• Effective communication skills – with the ability and willingness to face challenges and solve problems
• Excellent working knowledge of construction techniques, sequences, methodologies and processes
• Highly organised and methodical
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively liaise with Internal and External Project Teams, the Pre-Construction and Building Services Departments whilst reporting to the Project Lead/SMT/Directors as necessary
• An attention to detail whilst retaining a strategic overview, to meet demanding deadlines
• A well-read understanding of Building Regulations and Industry Best Practice Guidance etc.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,

The Russell WBHO Recruitment Team

At Russell WBHO, we are committed to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equality in all that we do. We strive to create a rewarding work environment where everyone is treated fairly, valued for their unique contributions, and supported to reach their full potential. Our goal is to bring out the best in each individual and foster a workplace where all employees can thrive.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: Russell WBHO encourages candidates to apply directly to us and we do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. CVs submitted in this manner will be considered a gift and no fee will be payable.

Candidates must hold the right to work in the UK.