At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design process for exciting commercial projects like schools and hospitals.
- Company: Join a family-owned contractor with over 30 years of innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Earn up to £60,000 plus a car allowance and enjoy 27 days annual leave.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to equal opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Design Manager in commercial sectors is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Ivy Resource Group are working with a well‑established contractor to recruit an experienced Design Manager for a permanent role based in Wolverhampton, overseeing the design process on a range of commercial projects including schools, hospitals, colleges, universities and leisure centres.
Our client is a leading regional contractor and family‑owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 30 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Residential and Retail.
The Role
- Leading and managing the design process from concept to delivery
- Coordinating architects, engineers and consultants to ensure design compliance and quality
- Ensuring designs meet programme, budget and client requirements
- Collaborating with project teams to resolve design challenges
- Maintaining documentation, approvals and design reporting
The Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience as a Design Manager on commercial projects
- Strong track record in schools, healthcare, MOD or leisure sectors
- Experience within Tier 1 contracting environments is highly desirable
- Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills
- Stable career history demonstrating long‑term commitment
Salary & Package
- Up to £60,000 per annum + £5,500 car allowance
- Competitive benefits package
- Opportunity to work on high‑profile, high‑value projects
- 27 days (+BHs) annual leave, car leasing scheme via salary sacrifice, death in service (4x), cycle to work, cash plan (claim back), pension 3% Ee/5% Er
We think you need these skills to ace Design Manager in WV1 in Wolverhampton
Design Management
Project Coordination
Architectural Compliance
Engineering Collaboration
Budget Management
Client Requirement Analysis
Problem Resolution
