Design Manager

Design Manager Position 

• Position: Design Manager


• Project Location: Manchester 


• Contract type: Permanent 


• Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch) 

We’re looking for a Design Manager to join a busy main contractor and support the delivery of exciting building projects across Manchester. This is a permanent role offering long-term career progression within a company that genuinely values professional development and internal growth. 

What will you be doing? 

You will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to project completion, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and delivered on programme. Working closely with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors, you will play a key role in driving quality and managing risk through each scheme. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Managing and coordinating the design process from tender through to handover 


• Liaising with clients, consultants, architects, and subcontractors 


• Reviewing and managing design programmes to ensure project deadlines are met 


• Identifying and mitigating design risks and opportunities 


• Ensuring compliance with current building regulations and technical standards 


• Leading design team meetings and driving collaborative project delivery 


• Supporting the commercial and operational teams with design-related matters 

What are they looking for? 

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor environment


• Strong understanding of D&B projects across commercial or residential sectors 


• Excellent communication, coordination and organizational skills 


• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive design programmes 


• Technical knowledge of UK building regulations and construction processes 


• Relevant construction or design qualification  

What’s on offer? 

• Pension and healthcare package 


• Clear pathway for career progression 


• Opportunity to work on high-profile regional projects 


• Supportive and collaborative team environment 

Interested? 

Contact Mark Dixon at skilled careers (Maidstone branch) for more information or to apply confidentially.