Design Manager in Warrington, Cheshire
Posted by We Are Footprint
£65,000 – £75,000 a year
Warrington · Permanent
Design Manager
We’re recruiting for an established construction and development business looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of projects valued between £8m and £12m.
The company delivers a range of developments, including care homes, commercial and industrial buildings, with a focus on quality, buildability and successful project delivery.
The Role
- Manage the design process from pre-construction through to project completion.
- Coordinate architects, consultants, engineers and subcontractors.
- Review drawings and specifications to ensure designs are practical, compliant and buildable.
- Manage design programmes and ensure information is issued in line with project deadlines.
- Identify and resolve design issues before they affect progress on site.
- Work closely with the Project Manager and site team to ensure a smooth delivery.
- Review design changes and assess their impact on cost, programme and quality.
- Ensure designs meet relevant building regulations and health and safety requirements.
About You
- Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry.
- Experience working on projects of a similar value and scale.
- Background in new-build construction, ideally care homes, commercial or industrial developments.
- Strong understanding of the design process, technical drawings and building regulations.
- Confident managing consultants and coordinating multiple design packages.
- Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to keep projects moving.
- Relevant construction or design qualifications.
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