Technical Design Manager

Cavendish Professionals; Essex; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee the design process from tender to pre-construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction methodologies and be skilled in producing detailed technical drawings. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple design packages effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a design management role within construction sectors.
• Strong design and technical drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from tender through to pre-construction.
• Produce high-quality design documentation including technical drawings.
• Represent the design team in client and consultant meetings.

Skills

Design Management

Technical Drafting

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Detail Orientation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

ASTA Powerproject

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We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our team. This role requires a technically capable and detail-focused individual who can lead the design process from tender through to pre-construction. The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of construction methodology, building regulations, and design risk management, with the ability to produce clear and coordinated technical drawings and communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and clarify the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM) and Contractor’s Design Portion (CDP) to define our precise design responsibilities and highlight any required allowances or exclusions.
• Produce high-quality design documentation, including 2D technical drawings, section details, and schematics — proficient in relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp).
• Develop system solutions for subfloor conditions, ensuring compliance with reverberation, acoustic, and frequency performance requirements.
• Represent the design team in client and consultant meetings throughout the tender and pre-construction phases, confidently presenting proposals and contributing to technical discussions.
• Review architectural and consultant drawings and specifications to assess buildability, coordination, and technical compliance.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, British Standards, Codes of Practice, and the Building Safety Act.
• Provide value engineering (VE) alternatives to specified build-ups, offering solutions that reduce cost and/or improve programme without compromising design intent.
• Identify and flag potential design risks during the tender stage, including ambiguities in specifications, detailing, and scope.
• Working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject or similar construction programming tools is advantageous.
• Interpret movement and tolerance reports to ensure design accommodates site conditions and structural performance requirements.
• Review BIM Execution Plans and project-specific BIM requirements, coordinating queries with external BIM consultants and ensuring compliance with project protocols.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in a design management role within fit-out, drylining, joinery, subfloors, or related construction sectors.
• Strong design and technical drafting skills, with the ability to work across multiple software platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a pragmatic approach to solving design and coordination challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously and work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Construction

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