Design Manager

Tekla Structures (Trimble) experience is essential for this role and candidates without it will not be considered.

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A well-established Engineering Firm in Dewsbury is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to lead its detailing function. This is a great opportunity for a senior professional to step into a leadership role, overseeing projects, people, and delivery across structural and secondary steelwork.

Salary and Benefits
Up to £60,000 (depending on experience)
6% employer pension contribution
Healthcare cashback plan
25 days holiday (rising to 28) + bank holidays
Death in service (1x salary)
1:30pm finish every Friday

The Role

You will lead the detailing team, ensuring high-quality models and drawings are delivered on time and to client requirements. Acting as the key link between office, workshop, and clients, you will manage workload, support the team, and ensure outputs are practical and buildable.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and support the detailing team, providing guidance and oversight
Oversee modelling and drawing output for structural and secondary steelwork
Review and approve drawings before issue
Coordinate with production, site teams, engineers, and clients
Manage workload, deadlines, and resource allocation
Ensure all work meets required standards and specifications
Identify issues early and implement practical solutions
Support continuous improvement across processes and delivery

To be xwzovoh considered for this role, we are looking for: strong experience within steelwork environment, a solid understanding of fabrication and erection processes, previous experience in a senior or team lead role, the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, strong communication and organisational skills, a proactive and solution-focused approach, and a full UK driving licence.

For more information surrounding this opportunity please apply direct or contact Sean Turner at E3 Recruitment on