Vacancy Summary
Job Title: Design Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Job Ref: #1381
Location: Norfolk
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: c.£65k-£70k basic + excellent benefits package
Benefits
- Car Allowance including option for salary sacrifice electric car scheme
- Market‑leading holiday allowance
- Performance bonus
- Pension
- Employee rewards including days out, trips, and vouchers
Company & Project
Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a privately owned Main Contractor who turnover close to £50 million and operate across the Commercial, Mixed‑Use, Residential and Education sectors across Norfolk. They are currently growing their Design team with a new Design Manager to work on projects up to c.£20m in single value.
The business has demonstrated sustained and strategic growth over the past 10 years, positioning itself as an employer of choice with a rewarding culture and a strong track record of investing in employees’ personal and professional development.
The large majority of their projects are secured from local frameworks and are largely Design and Build contracts.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages, and monitor on-site design coordination across one or two projects. A process‑driven individual with practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail is essential for this role.
Desirable Experience
- Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
- Ability to work on projects as a Lead Design Manager.
- Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience working for a Main Contractor.
- It would be advantageous for the candidate to have knowledge of one or more of the following: Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, and NHBC warranty requirements.
Previous Roles
- Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Co‑ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.
Qualifications & Skills
- HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
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