Design Manager

Company: Galliford Try
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Design Manager

Edinburgh

An opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join the team at Morrison Construction. Ideally, you will be based in or around the Edinburgh area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.

What you will be doing

  • Managing the relationships with the client, subcontractors, project and design teams for the efficient development and delivery of designs on a project or bid.
  • Lead the design process in accordance with our Building Management System.
  • Apply and monitor compliance with CDM 2015 and the principle of prevention and safety in design.
  • Identify and mitigate design risk and realise opportunities through all stages of a bid or project.
  • Assist in the selections of designers for a project and ensure competency checks are undertaken.
  • Develop and agree the scope and responsibilities for consultants and invite fees for the compilation and management of the project fee schedule.
  • Develop the design programme in conjunction with the Planner and develop, manage, monitor and report on the Information Release Schedules and progress and quality of design deliverables to seek advice.
  • Manage statutory and 3rd party processes such as Planning, Building Control, BREEAM.
  • Undertake site inspections to ensure the As-built product meets the design criteria.

About You

  • Experienced in and knowledge of CDM 2015.
  • Aware of H&S responsibilities and adheres to company policies.
  • Able to read and interpret design and construction programmes.
  • Understands buildability and will challenge if designs do not meet the sequencing or construction methodology.
  • Analytical with advanced problem‑solving skills.
  • Able to develop ideas and present concisely.
  • Excellent communicator able to engage with senior stakeholders.
  • Able to demonstrate commercial acumen and manage the design change process.

Benefits

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to support your career alongside a competitive salary.

  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
  • A wide range of corporate discounts.
  • Cycle to Work schemes.
  • Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
  • Private medical scheme options available for all salaried employees and the employee assistance programme provides free 24/7 support.
  • Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.

Please contact Laura Mitchell on Laura.Mitchell@gallifordtry.co.uk.

Galliford Try is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Job Info

  • Job Identification 2682
  • Job Category Construction
  • Posting Date 06/24/2026, 04:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Job Shift Day
  • Location Lochside View, Midlothian, EH12 9DH, GB

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Posted: July 9th, 2026