Design Manager

Walls; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Professional subscription support

Additional benefits

Job summary

Walls Construction is seeking a Design Manager to oversee the technical management of a building project. You will lead design teams, coordinate with third parties, and communicate clearly with stakeholders to keep the project on track.

The role requires a degree in engineering or construction management, with postgraduate qualifications desirable. A strong focus on health, safety, quality, programme and commercial outcomes is essential.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a degree level qualification in engineering, construction management or related subject.
• Postgraduate qualifications and/or membership of Engineers Ireland is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical management of the building project.
• Lead and coordinate design teams and manage third parties.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, written and verbal.
• Work methodically to meet deadlines while focusing on health & safety, quality and programme.
• Support commercial goals and deliver value for the project.

Skills

Multidisciplinary team management

Strong communication

Problem solving

Deadline-driven

Health & safety

Quality & programme focus

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in engineering or construction management

Postgraduate qualifications desirable

Job description

Reporting to the Project Manager the Design Manager is responsible for the technical management of the building project. They should be methodical in their approach, capable of managing multidisciplinary teams, experienced in dealing with design team and other third parties and have excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

A number of years relevant experience in a contracting environment is required as are problem solving skills, the ability to work to deadlines and an appreciation for health and safety, quality, programme and commercial return.

Requirements:

Candidates should have a degree level qualification in engineering, construction management or related subject, while post graduate qualifications and/or membership of a relevant professional institute such as Engineers Ireland is desirable.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive and attractive rewards package, including car allowance, pension scheme, professional subscription support, and additional benefits.

• Opportunities for increased responsibility, continued professional development, and long-term career progression within the organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion at Walls Construction

At Walls Construction, we believe diversity strengthens our business and inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Travelling community.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any support.