Our client, a leading UK contractor delivering some of the UK’s major construction projects, is seeking an experienced Design Managerto join their growing team. This is an opportunity to play a key role on London projects across sectors including commercial, offices and science buildings. Typical values schemes are £20m to £50m
Working with a highly respected company, you will be responsible for managing the design process from pre-construction through to project delivery, ensuring coordination across consultants and stakeholders while maintaining programme, quality, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage and coordinate the design process across multiple project stages
*Lead design meetings with consultants, subcontractors, and client teams
*Review and manage design documentation to ensure buildability, compliance, and cost efficiency
*Identify and mitigate design risks throughout the project lifecycle
*Ensure designs meet programme requirements and regulatory standards
*Support pre-construction activities including tender reviews and value engineering
*Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure seamless delivery on site
Requirements
*Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor
*Strong experience delivering large-scale construction projects in the UK
*Excellent understanding of construction design processes and coordination
*Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and consultant teams
*Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
*Relevant construction or engineering qualification preferred
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