Design Manager Full Time NEW

Whitchurch, Hampshire
Building Careers UK

Design Manager
Salary: 60k – 75k plus package
Location: Whitchurch
Job Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer specialising in the delivery of high-quality bespoke homes and residential developments across the North West and surrounding regions. With a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and premium build quality, the business has successfully delivered a range of luxury housing schemes tailored to meet the demands of modern living.

Combining traditional housebuilding expertise with a Design & Build approach, the company prides itself on creating unique homes and developments that exceed customer expectations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to strengthen their technical and pre-construction team.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee the design process across new build and Design & Build residential developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and technically minded individual capable of managing design teams, consultants, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring designs are coordinated effectively, meet programme requirements, comply with statutory regulations, and support the successful delivery of high-quality residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the design process from land acquisition and planning through to construction and project completion
• Coordinate external consultants including architects, engineers, and specialist designers
• Review and manage design information to ensure accuracy, buildability, and compliance with project requirements
• Lead design team meetings and coordinate design programmes
• Ensure all technical information is issued in line with project timescales
• Identify and manage design risks, opportunities, and value engineering initiatives
• Liaise closely with commercial, construction, planning, and sales teams throughout the development process
• Manage statutory approvals, building regulations, and technical compliance requirements
• Review consultant appointments, deliverables, and performance
• Support procurement activities by ensuring design information is available for tendering and subcontractor appointments
• Resolve technical and design-related issues during construction phases
• Maintain accurate design records and project documentation

Requirements

• Previous experience within a Design Manager, Technical Manager, or Senior Design Coordinator role
• Experience delivering new build residential developments is essential
• Design & Build experience is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of construction methods, technical design, and residential development processes
• Experience managing external consultants and multidisciplinary design teams
• Good understanding of planning, building regulations, and statutory approval processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and design programmes simultaneously
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of buildability principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and common construction management systems

Desirable:

• Experience working for a residential developer, housebuilder, or Design & Build contractor
• Architectural, construction, engineering, or technical qualification
• Experience delivering bespoke or luxury housing developments
• Knowledge of BIM processes and modern construction methods
• Understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency requirements within residential construction

Why Apply?

• Excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly respected residential developer
• Exposure to high-quality new build and Design & Build residential projects
• Strong pipeline of secured developments
• Opportunity to influence projects from concept through to completion
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear progression and long-term career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Apply

If you’re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today by applying to the role.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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