About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading contractor for an experienced Design Manager to lead and coordinate the on-site design process at RIBA Stages 4 and 5 – Technical Design and Construction. You will manage design development, approvals, and coordination across all disciplines, ensuring compliance, buildability, and quality throughout construction.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Senior Design Manager with tender stage tasks and design team briefings.
Produce and monitor Project Stage Design Programme, Deliverables, and Specialist Subcontractor Procurement schedules.
Establish and manage the Common Data Environment (CDE), workflows, permissions, and project file structures.
Produce and monitor compliance with Design Management Plan (DMP) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
Verify weekly design documentation for compliance, coordination, affordability, and buildability.
Review technical submissions, alternative designs, and subcontractor tender returns.
Chair design workshops and meetings; manage TQ responses and design risk assessments.
Progress Planning Conditions, Building Regulation approvals, and required design certificates (CDM, BREEAM, Secure by Design).
Review and approve Applications for Payment and monthly Design Reports for CVRs.
Manage post-contract change control and ensure As-Built documentation reflects all design changes.
Support project close-out: archiving final design documentation, defect analysis, and Lessons Learned reports.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience managing design at RIBA Stages 4 & 5 on complex construction projects.
Strong knowledge of BIM, design coordination, construction methodologies, and design compliance.
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary design teams and specialist subcontractors.
Knowledge of CDM, Building Regulations, and industry best practice.
Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar (preferred).
Experience with CDE platforms and design coordination tools.