Durham
Are you ready to lead high-profile projects, deliver intelligent design solutions, and be part of a business that’s redefining construction? As a Senior Design Manager you would play a key role in creating iconic, innovative, and sustainable buildings across Cumbria. We’re one of the UK’s most successful Tier 1 contractors, with a reputation for delivering excellence in sectors including healthcare, education, residential, leisure, defence, and commercial. In our North East & Cumbria region, we’re growing and we want you to be part of that journey. The Role As a Design Manager, you’ll: • Manage the full design process from bid to delivery, ensuring projects meet technical, commercial, and client requirements., • Oversee design resources and coordinate design teams, suppliers, and partners to meet project goals., • Drive continuous improvement, challenging briefs where needed to achieve the best outcomes., • Ensure compliance with departmental procedures, RIBA stages, legislation, and industry standards., • Manage design within budget constraints while fully incorporating customer requirements., • Chair and coordinate design reviews, ensuring smooth communication between stakeholders. About You We’re looking for a proven Design Manager who can hit the ground running. You will have: • Strong knowledge of construction design and techniques., • HNC/HND/BSc in Design Management, Construction, or related discipline, and/or CIOB membership., • Main contracting experience delivering projects between £5m and £40m., • Experience in pre-construction (PSCA) and BIM., • The ability to lead teams, mentor colleagues, and foster collaborative working relationships. Why Join Us? • Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious team., • Work on landmark projects across Cumbria, including education, public sector, civic, leisure, and healthcare schemes., • Benefit from long-term career growth and development opportunities within a forward-thinking Tier 1 contractor., • Enjoy a varied workload across both site and office environments. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact 07749495879