Company Description:
Keane is a global design consultancy with studios in Birmingham, Dubai and Riyadh, consulting and creating for clients since 1995. They focus on using insight and strategy to create meaningful experiences in spaces where people eat, stay, work, shop, and play.
Role Description:
Keane is on the lookout for a talented Design Manager to join our Interior Design team, managing multiple projects for one of our major UK clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love seeing a project through from concept to completion, and enjoy collaborating with a wide range of people, this role is for you. This role is primarily located in Birmingham with hybrid work flexibility, including on-site meetings and WFH.
What You'll Be Doing:
• Leading and managing multiple interior design projects, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion.
• Acting as the key liaison between clients, contractors, and colleagues, ensuring smooth communication and project alignment - ranging from running on-site meetings to issuing certification.
• Overseeing technical design elements, ensuring compliance with UK Regulations & Compliance (which you know like the back of your hand).
• Problem-solving on the go to tackle challenges, streamline processes, and keep everything on track.
• Balancing creativity with practicality - bringing innovative ideas to life while ensuring technical and regulatory feasibility.
What We’re Looking For:
• Experience in Design Management, Project Management, Interior Design and/or Architecture.
• A strong technical and design background with a sharp eye for detail (must be proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp).
• Extensive knowledge of UK regulations and compliance within interior design and construction.
• Experience managing projects in hospitality, leisure, or retail (bonus points if you’ve worked with pub brands before).
• A natural communicator who thrives on working with clients, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
• The ability to juggle multiple projects while keeping timelines, budgets, and quality in check.
• A passion for design that balances creativity, functionality, and commercial impact.
At Keane, we create spaces that connect people, brands, and experiences. If you’re ready to take on exciting, high-profile projects and be part of a collaborative, dynamic team - we’d love to hear from you!