At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design delivery on complex projects from bid to construction completion.
- Company: Join a leading contractor with a focus on innovative design solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, flexible working, and private medical cover.
- Other info: Enjoy generous annual leave and additional benefits in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on large-scale projects while driving innovation in design.
- Qualifications: Proven design management experience and strong technical knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
We’re working with a leading contractor seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their senior project team. This role will take ownership of design delivery across complex projects from tender through to construction completion. You’ll lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams, ensuring solutions are safe, cost-effective, buildable, and aligned with client requirements. A strong focus on value engineering, risk management, and stakeholder engagement is key.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage design from bid stage through to construction delivery
- Lead coordination of internal teams, consultants, and subcontractors
- Ensure compliance with CDM and industry standards
- Drive value engineering and innovative design solutions
- Oversee design programmes, deliverables, and information flow
- Chair design meetings and resolve technical/interface issues
- Support BIM and digital delivery across projects
About You
- Proven experience in design management on large-scale projects (£10m+)
- Background in water, process, or similar engineering sectors
- Strong technical construction knowledge with a focus on buildability
- Experience across both tender and delivery phases
- Degree-qualified (engineering/construction related)
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Experience with DfE required
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary + car allowance
- Flexible/agile working
- Private medical & enhanced pension
- Generous annual leave + additional benefits
Design Manager in Exeter employer: Energy Jobline CVL
Join a leading contractor in Exeter as a Design Manager, where you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to delivering complex projects. The company offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance and an enhanced pension scheme. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and value engineering, this role provides a unique chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a balanced work-life environment.
