Design Manager

This permanent Design Manager role is based in Bedford, working with an award-winning main contractor on a major mixed-use development project valued at over £400m, with a programme spanning approximately four years. The successful candidate will work within a team managing the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery, reviewing technical compliance and design management with a focus on early feasibility and procurement stages. The role includes a c.12-month pre-construction phase involving regular London office travel before moving to site. Salary is £60,000 to £80,000 plus a comprehensive package including company car or allowance, private healthcare, performance bonus and pension.

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1443

Location: Bedfordshire

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c.£60,000 - £80,000 basic, plus a comprehensive package including a company car or car allowance, private healthcare, performance bonus, pension.

Company & Project: An award-winning Main Contractor with a busy pipeline of work across the region are looking for a Design manager to join the business working in a major project team for a c-400m+ mixed-use development project. The project will be based in Bedfordshire with the programme of work spanning c4years in duration.

The project has a c12-month pre-construction phase which will involve regular London office travel before moving to site.

The successful candidate will be involved working within team to managing the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery.

This is a unique opportunity to join a truly flagship major project at the early stages.

Duties & Responsibilities: The Design Manager will work in a team to review technical compliance and design management, focusing on early feasibility and procurement stages, while also monitoring on-site design coordination and managing the performance of external consultants.

Key responsibilities include:

Acting as a liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team.

Working in a team to ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.

Driving efficient design process aligned with project timelines and commercial targets

Desirable Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a design management role for a Main Contractor.
• Previous Roles May Include: Technical Manager | Assistant Design Manager | Design Manager | Design Coordinator | Design & Build Manager

Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering,
Construction Management, or Architecture.

Application Process:-

If you would like more information about this vacancy, please email Jess Quinn.

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