Design Manager

Design Manager Location: Plymouth (Office Based) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum DOE + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Design Manager – Main Contractor – Plymouth We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and successful construction contractor based in Plymouth, delivering high-quality projects ranging from £5m to £15m in value. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their established construction team based in their Plymouth office. Design Manager Role: * Office-based role working on projects ranging from £5m to £15m in value * Working alongside a Senior Design Manager, Contracts Manager, and Project Managers within an established construction team * Reporting into the Head of Operations * Managing the design process from pre-construction through to completion * Coordinating design information between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and the site team * Reviewing and managing design programmes to ensure information is issued in line with construction requirements * Identifying design risks and ensuring buildability, compliance, and value engineering opportunities are addressed * Chairing and attending design team meetings, tracking actions and outstanding information * Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, planning conditions, and relevant industry standards * Supporting the wider commercial and operational teams with technical design input throughout the project lifecycle Design Manager Requirements: * Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contracting environment * Experience managing design on projects in the £5m - £15m range * Strong technical knowledge across new build and/or refurbishment projects * Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders * Degree qualified in a relevant construction, architecture, or engineering discipline (or equivalent industry experience) * Full UK driving licence Design Manager Benefits: * Salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, DOE * Electric car or car allowance * 30 days holiday plus bank holidays * 5% pension contribution * Private healthcare * The opportunity to join an established, collaborative construction team with a strong project pipeline * A friendly and supportive office culture — plus plenty of cake! If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for a new opportunity with a well-established contractor offering excellent benefits and genuine career progression, apply today