Details:
- Salary: £70,000 - 80,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Derby Derbyshire
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Design Manager - East Midlands (Derby)
Salary: Up to £80,000 + excellent package
Employer: Leading Tier 2 Contractor
Region: East Midlands
Role Overview
A leading Tier 2 contractor is establishing a new East Midlands region and is seeking a Design Manager to support and shape this growth. You'll oversee design delivery across industrial, residential, commercial, education and private‑sector projects, joining at an exciting early stage with strong progression potential.
Key Responsibilities
Design management leadership across multi‑sector projects
Manage external consultants, specialist designers and technical interfaces
Oversee design reviews, approvals and documentation control
Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, Building Safety Act and statutory requirements
Support pre‑construction, bids and client engagement
Drive buildability, value engineering and risk management
Coordinate with Planning, Building Control and external authorities
Report design progress to senior leadership
Skills & Experience
Proven design management experience within construction
Background in industrial, residential, commercial or education sectors
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Solid understanding of RIBA stages, BIM and digital CDEs
Knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts and technical detailing
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑growing region
Qualifications
Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar
Appropriate CSCS card
Package & Benefits
Salary up to £80,000
Car allowance
Pension
Private medical
Life assurance
25 days annual leave
Clear progression within a newly launched region