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Now Hiring: Design Manager
Locations: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol
Division: Build
Package Includes: Car allowance, private medical (subsidised), life assurance, living-away allowance (if applicable), contributory pension, 35 days holiday (including public holidays)
G2 Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading UK engineering and construction firm to recruit multiple Design Managers for major build projects across London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Bristol.
This is a key opportunity for experienced professionals to step into a strategic role, managing design and technical coordination on a diverse portfolio of projects. Reporting into the Regional Design Lead, you’ll play a vital role from pre-construction through delivery—ensuring innovative, practical and cost-effective design solutions that meet client and business objectives.
Role Overview:
- Lead the design function across both temporary and permanent works on live sites and during tender phases
- Collaborate with internal teams to align design proposals with project goals and operational constraints
- Prepare, manage and integrate design programmes into the master project schedule
- Act as the Designer under CDM Regulations during the pre-construction stage
- Support bids with design content, technical input, and compliance oversight
- Manage external consultants and ensure timely delivery of coordinated design packages
What We’re Looking For:
- A degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or an equivalent discipline
- Experience working with main contractors in a design coordination/management role
- Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills
- Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and other project collaboration platforms
- Attention to detail and a solution-driven mindset
- A collaborative approach, able to work confidently within multi-disciplinary teams
- A track record of delivering high-quality design coordination on large-scale construction projects
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of buildability and construction sequencing
- Commitment to continuous improvement and high standards of delivery
This is a fantastic chance to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the UK. If you’re an experienced Design Manager looking to advance your career, we want to hear from you.
Apply today through G2 Recruitment to discuss further.
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Mid-Senior level
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