Design Manager

NRL; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL in Galway, Ireland, seeks an experienced Design Manager to lead design activities within a modular/MMC environment. Based in Galway, you'll coordinate design teams, ensure quality and timely delivery, and collaborate across disciplines to meet client expectations.

The role demands hands-on proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, strong communication, and the ability to manage budgets and mentor staff. This is a leadership position within a dynamic MMC-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Tier 1 or Tier 2 contracting, modular contracting, or design consultancy roles.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD software.
• Skilled user of MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Host and coordinate department meetings to ensure alignment.
• Guarantee the quality of design work and adherence to directives.
• Collaborate across teams and departments to achieve design objectives.
• Deliver solutions that meet client expectations.
• Delegate tasks effectively and review completed work.
• Produce innovative designs that are clear to both teams and clients.
• Develop and monitor budgets to ensure cost efficiency.
• Mentor, guide and motivate design team members.
• Provide team training on design developments and company guidelines.
• Support internal and external design teams to achieve shared goals.
• Ensure high-quality, timely production of structural drawings and designs.
• Assist in preparing design delivery schedules in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

NFQ Level 7 in Architectural Technology

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and coordinate design activities within a modular/MMC environment. Based in Galway, this position is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and leadership abilities who thrives in a collaborative setting.

LocationGalway, Ireland

Client Overview

Our client is a well-established organisation in the construction and modern methods of construction (MMC) industry, delivering complex projects through innovative design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Host and coordinate department meetings to ensure alignment.
• Guarantee the quality of design work and adherence to directives.
• Collaborate across teams and departments to achieve design objectives.
• Deliver solutions that meet client expectations.
• Delegate tasks effectively and review completed work.
• Produce innovative designs that are clear to both teams and clients.
• Develop and monitor budgets to ensure cost efficiency.
• Mentor, guide and motivate design team members.
• Provide team training on design developments and company guidelines.
• Support internal and external design teams to achieve shared goals.
• Ensure high-quality, timely production of structural drawings and designs.
• Assist in preparing design delivery schedules in collaboration with stakeholders.

Must-have Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Tier 1 or Tier 2 contracting, modular contracting, or design consultancy roles.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD software.
• Skilled user of MS Office applications.

Nice-to-have Skills

• NFQ Level 7 qualification in Architectural Technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication ability.
• Creative design thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.