Design Manager
3 days ago
Job DescriptionDesign Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor Location: Cambridge Salary: £50-£75k depending on experience + package Sector: Commercial Build ProjectsWe are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 main contractor for an experienced Design Manager to join their high-performing project team. This role will play a central part in the delivery of flagship commercial developments, offering the chance to work on complex, high-value schemes with a respected national contractor.The Role: As Design Manager, you will lead and coordinate the design process from pre-construction through to onsite delivery, ensuring all design information is accurate, fully coordinated, and aligned with project requirements. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, consultants, engineers, and internal teams to drive efficient, buildable solutions and maintain design quality.Key Responsibilities:Manage the full design process across major commercial build projectsCoordinate design teams, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless deliveryReview and challenge design information to identify buildability issues and value-engineering opportunitiesLead design meetings and manage the design programme in line with project schedulesEnsure all design output complies with client specifications, regulatory standards, and contractor obligationsSupport bid and pre-construction activities where requiredWork with site teams to resolve technical queries and ensure smooth transition into deliveryAbout You:Proven experience as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator stepping up) within a Tier 1 main contractorStrong background working on complex commercial build projectsExcellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving capabilitiesConfident managing multiple design packages and liaising with diverse project stakeholdersStrong understanding of building regulations, construction methodologies, and technical design stagesAbility to lead from the front, maintain momentum, and drive high-quality outcomesTo be considered for this role please apply with your CV. For a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office
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B2B Marketing Lead — Design Studio
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Design Manager
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Design Manager
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Design Manager
2 days ago
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Design Manager
3 weeks ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full timeDesign Manager – Cambridge Location: Cambridge, UK Employment Type: Full-time I am looking to speak with experienced Design Manager to join a growing team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of design coordination across a variety of impactful projects, including those within the Department for Education (DfE) sector. While DfE...
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Design Manager
6 days ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited Full timeOverview Job Title: Design Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: #1280 Location: Cambridge Start Date: ASAP Salary: c£70k basic plus competitive package in car or allowance, pension, bonus etc. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a medium sized Main Contractor operating in the Commercial, Mixed-Use and Education...
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Design Manager
4 days ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full timeDesign Manager Cambridge Location: Cambridge, UKEmployment Type: Full-time I am looking to speak with experienced Design Manager to join a growing team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of design coordination across a variety of impactful projects, including those within the Department for Education (DfE) sector. While DfE...
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Design Manager
6 days ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited Full timeJob DescriptionVacancy SummaryJob Title: Design Manager Job Type: PermanentJob Ref: #1280Location: Cambridgeshire Start Date: ASAPSalary: c£70k basic plus competitive package in car or allowance, pension, bonus etc. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a medium sized Main Contractor operating in the Commercial,...
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Design Manager
6 days ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full timeDesign Manager – Cambridge Location: Cambridge, UK Employment Type: Full-time I am looking to speak with experienced Design Manager to join a growing team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of design coordination across a variety of impactful projects, including those within the Department for Education (DfE) sector. While...
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Design Manager
17 hours ago
Cambridge, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full timeJob DescriptionDesign Manager – CambridgeLocation: Cambridge, UKEmployment Type: Full-timeI am looking to speak with experienced Design Manager to join a growing team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of design coordination across a variety of impactful projects, including those within the Department for Education (DfE)...
