Senior Design Manager

1 day ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full time

Company Overview

Our client, a leading privately-owned contractor, is a renowned name in the construction industry. With a strong presence in the East Midlands, they have established themselves as one of the top design and build contractors.

They have an excellent client base within the public sector and are framework partners to several prominent organizations. This has resulted in a full order book for 2025/2026, offering stable and ongoing work opportunities.

The company is committed to training, development, investment, and progression of their team members, providing a supportive environment for career growth.

Salary

The basic salary for this position is £55,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience). In addition, the company offers a company car or allowance, healthcare and pension schemes, and holidays with benefits.

Job Description

As a Design Manager at our client's Nottingham office, you will be responsible for reviewing technical aspects of details submitted by architects and engineers. You will coordinate changes with the design team to ensure best value and lead design team meetings to coordinate the build process.

Liaising with clients and consultants throughout the project is also an essential part of this role.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this position, you should have:

  • Strong technical knowledge of architectural, building services, structural, and civil design solutions.
  • Experience delivering D&B projects as a Design Manager.
  • Strong knowledge of CDM and Building Regulations.
  • Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor with a fantastic reputation. You will have access to excellent progression and development opportunities, including the chance to deliver local award-winning projects.

We estimate that your annual salary for this role could be around £60,000 - £75,000, depending on your experience and qualifications.


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