Design Manager

Design Manager Residential & Mixed-Use Developments | Permanent Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum + car allowance + benefits (depending on experience) We are working in partnership with a well-established and growing construction and development management business to recruit an experienced Design Manager. Our client is a privately owned company operating across residential and mixed-use developments, with a strong reputation for delivering well-coordinated, high-quality projects. They are known for their collaborative approach, strong relationships with consultants and subcontractors, and their ability to take projects from early design stages through to successful on-site delivery. With a healthy pipeline of work secured, they offer stability, autonomy, and long-term career progression. The Role As Design Manager, you will take responsibility for managing the design process from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring all design information is coordinated, compliant, and aligned with the construction programme. Key responsibilities include: * Managing the design process across all project stages * Coordinating consultants, architects, and specialist designers * Reviewing and managing design information, drawings, and specifications * Ensuring design compliance with building regulations and employer’s requirements * Working closely with construction, commercial, and client teams * Identifying and resolving design risks and buildability issues * Supporting value engineering and design development exercises About You * Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Design Coordinator role * Background working on residential or mixed-use developments * Strong understanding of design management and construction processes * Experience coordinating external consultants and design teams * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Relevant construction or design qualifications preferred What’s on Offer * Competitive salary of £60,000 – £70,000 plus package * Opportunity to work with a growing, privately owned business * Involvement in projects from early design through to completion * Supportive senior management and collaborative working environment * Clear progression routes as the business continues to expand This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to join a company that values quality, collaboration, and well-planned project delivery. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please contact us to discuss further