Senior Design Manager – Multi-Scheme Construction

Blue Inn Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Inn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their team in west London on a permanent basis. You will oversee multiple schemes, develop the Design Management department, and contribute to tender processes and bid preparation.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in design management, a background in architecture, and strong knowledge of UK building regulations. You will coordinate with consultants and ensure value engineering while maintaining design quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years relevant industry experience.
• Architectural/architectural technician background preferred.
• Good knowledge of UK building regulations.
• Experience with RIBA Work Stages and scope of services for each design discipline.

Responsibilities

• Carry out full technical reviews and evaluate design information received at tender stage.
• Identify risk and promote strategies and alternative design solutions to mitigate issues.
• Engage in consultant negotiations and appointment, including novated and directly appointed.
• Review and agree payment schedules.
• First point of contact for all clients regarding design issues.
• Lead design reviews for coordination and Employers Requirements compliance.

Skills

Design management

Client facing

RIBA Work Stages

UK building regs knowledge

Value engineering

Education

Architectural background

Job description

Blue Inn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their team in west London on a permanent basis. You will oversee multiple schemes, develop the Design Management department, and contribute to tender processes and bid preparation.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in design management, a background in architecture, and strong knowledge of UK building regulations. You will coordinate with consultants and ensure value engineering while maintaining design quality.