At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design processes for exciting fit-out and refurbishment projects in Central London.
- Company: Join a top main contractor known for high-profile, innovative projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £80,000 plus an attractive package.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make your mark on iconic London schemes while collaborating with a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Design Manager in a main contractor setting is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Central London
Salary: Up to £80,000 + package
About the Role
We are working with a leading main contractor to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join their Central London team, supporting the delivery of complex, high-profile projects across fit-out, refurbishment, and structural (cut & carve) schemes. This is a key role within an established growing business, offering the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects with a strong emphasis on quality, detail, and client engagement.
Project Scope
- CAT A & CAT B fit-out
- Refurbishment and cut & carve projects
- Civils and structural elements within central London schemes
- Fast-paced, detail-driven environments with high client expectations
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate the full design process across multiple project phases
- Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure design deliverables align with programme requirements
- Review and challenge design information to ensure buildability, cost efficiency, and compliance
- Lead design meetings and maintain strong client engagement
- Work closely with commercial and construction teams to mitigate risk and resolve design issues proactively
- Ensure all design information is issued, tracked, and delivered in line with programme
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor environment
- Ideally from a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 contractor background
- Strong exposure to fit-out (CAT A & CAT B), refurbishment, and structural/cut & carve projects
- Excellent understanding of buildability and construction sequencing
- Confident managing stakeholders and leading design coordination meetings
- Commercial awareness and ability to identify and manage design risk
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced London projects
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £80,000 + package
- Opportunity to work on high-profile Central London schemes
- Strong pipeline of technically challenging projects
- Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
Design Manager in Central London employer: Energy Jobline CVL
Join a leading main contractor in Central London as a Design Manager, where you will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering high-profile projects. With a strong emphasis on quality and client engagement, this role offers competitive salary packages and the opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and detail.
