Design Manager
CV-LibraryUxbridge, LondonpermanentPosted: 24 September 2026
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London / South East
£50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
A well-established construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager with a strong technical background who also has experience in project management and CDM.
The successful Design Manager will work across a varied portfolio of construction projects, coordinating design teams from the early stages through to delivery. Working closely with clients, consultants and contractors, the Design Manager will help ensure that designs are coordinated, buildable, compliant and delivered in line with programme requirements.
The Design Manager's Role
The Design Manager will take responsibility for managing the design process across multiple projects, acting as a key point of contact between clients, architects, engineers and contractors.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing and coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to completion
Reviewing design information and identifying technical or programme risks
Chairing design team meetings and monitoring design actions
Supporting project management activities, including programmes, reporting and stakeholder coordination
Ensuring projects meet relevant Building Regulations and CDM requirements
Working closely with Principal Designers and project teams to manage design risk
Liaising with clients and providing clear technical advice throughout the project lifecycle
The Design Manager
The successful Design Manager will ideally have:
Previous Design Management experience within construction or property consultancy
Strong project management experience
Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
A relevant degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
Membership of, or progress towards, a relevant professional body such as CIOB, RIBA, RICS or APS
NEBOSH Construction, IOSH or another relevant health and safety qualification would be advantageous
Strong communication, organisation and client-facing skills
In Return
The Design Manager will receive:
£50,000 - £65,000 salary, dependent on experience
Professional development and qualification support
Pension
Flexible / hybrid working opportunities
Career progression within a growing consultancy
If you are a Design Manager considering your next opportunity, please apply or contact the recruitment team for further information
London / South East
£50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
A well-established construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager with a strong technical background who also has experience in project management and CDM.
The successful Design Manager will work across a varied portfolio of construction projects, coordinating design teams from the early stages through to delivery. Working closely with clients, consultants and contractors, the Design Manager will help ensure that designs are coordinated, buildable, compliant and delivered in line with programme requirements.
The Design Manager's Role
The Design Manager will take responsibility for managing the design process across multiple projects, acting as a key point of contact between clients, architects, engineers and contractors.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing and coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to completion
Reviewing design information and identifying technical or programme risks
Chairing design team meetings and monitoring design actions
Supporting project management activities, including programmes, reporting and stakeholder coordination
Ensuring projects meet relevant Building Regulations and CDM requirements
Working closely with Principal Designers and project teams to manage design risk
Liaising with clients and providing clear technical advice throughout the project lifecycle
The Design Manager
The successful Design Manager will ideally have:
Previous Design Management experience within construction or property consultancy
Strong project management experience
Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
A relevant degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
Membership of, or progress towards, a relevant professional body such as CIOB, RIBA, RICS or APS
NEBOSH Construction, IOSH or another relevant health and safety qualification would be advantageous
Strong communication, organisation and client-facing skills
In Return
The Design Manager will receive:
£50,000 - £65,000 salary, dependent on experience
Professional development and qualification support
Pension
Flexible / hybrid working opportunities
Career progression within a growing consultancy
If you are a Design Manager considering your next opportunity, please apply or contact the recruitment team for further information