Design Manager – Construction
* Residential Main Contractor
* Permanent: Up £75,000 + Package DOE
* Hybrid Site & Office based
* Office Location: Worcester
We are currently searching for a Design Manager to join a successful residential main contractor overseeing three of their sites valuing between £10m – £30m. this will be a hybrid role with a mixture of office-based and site-based working, depending on build stages.
These schemes are a mixture of RC frame, steel frame, traditional build, and cut & carve builds so they can offer a great mix of project styles. As Design Manager you will be reportable to the Managing Director.
Roles & responsibilities:
* Design Coordination – Manage and coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP designs to align with project requirements.
* Compliance & Regulations – Ensure designs comply with building regulations, planning permissions, and industry standards.
* Programme Management – Oversee design timelines to align with construction schedules, avoiding delays.
* Stakeholder Liaison – Act as a key contact between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
* Risk Management – Identify and mitigate design risks that could impact cost, quality, or programme.
* Value Engineering – Work with teams to optimize design solutions for cost efficiency without compromising quality.
* Technical Support – Provide guidance on design queries, resolving clashes between disciplines.
* Document Control – Manage design documentation, ensuring the latest revisions are issued to site teams.
Experience required:
* 3+ years experience working as a Design Manager for a residential contractor.
* Experience with the full life cycle of schemes would be beneficial.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to manage up to 3 schemes simultaneously.
To apply please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden from Falcon Green directly