Technical Design Manager

Detail 2 Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding construction company in England is seeking a Technical Design Manager to lead the design phase for large projects. This role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and a background in civil engineering. The company offers hybrid working and excellent progression opportunities. You will engage with clients and oversee design compliance across all documentation to ensure successful project delivery. The role is ideal for someone with attention to detail and technical capabilities.

Benefits

Great salary

Various perks and benefits

Excellent scope for progression

Qualifications

• Background in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or similar.
• Experience with BIM design tools and workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the design phase of multi-storey construction projects.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners.
• Monitor design timelines and ensure compliance with standards.
• Engage with clients to interpret their project vision.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Technical capabilities

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in architecture, civil engineering, or construction management

Tools

BIM design tools

Job description

Technical Design Manager - Slough - Up to £65,000 depending on experience

About the company

As a result of major business growth, we’re on the lookout for a Technical Design Manager to join a rapidly expanding construction company!

The successful candidate will lead the design process for large-scale projects and will cover the full lifecycle of project design from post-tender through to completion. Ideally you will have a Civil Engineering background.

The company focuses on delivering complex structural solutions and operates within a highly technical, innovative sector. With a collaborative culture and a forward thinking approach, the business supports professional development.

The company head office is in Slough but there is full flexibility - Hybrid working. A full driving licence is a must.

Technical Design Manager - The Details

• Great salary
• Various perks and benefits
• Excellent scope for progression

Technical Design Manager - Responsibilities & Requirements

• Background in architecture, civil engineering, construction management or similar (degree beneficial but not essential)
• Strong organisational, technical, and stakeholder-management capabilities
• Experience with BIM design tools and workflows
• Lead and oversee the design phase of multi-storey construction projects from post-tender to handover
• Liaise with internal teams, architects, engineers, and external partners to maintain smooth project progress
• Monitor design timelines, budget alignment, and compliance with required standards
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate design-related risks across the project lifecycle
• Communicate design requirements clearly to multidisciplinary project teams
• Ensure alignment between design objectives and construction delivery
• Support collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve cohesive outcomes.
• Oversee design output to ensure it meets technical, regulatory, and project-specific standards.
• Conduct regular design reviews and site visits to ensure construction aligns with approved plans.
• Maintain consistency and compliance across all design documentation.
• Client engagement - Working closely with client to interpret their project vision and requirements
• Provide informed design solutions that balance client expectations with technical and regulatory demands
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a positive attitude is a must!

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