Reference: 4838017Job ID: 5420434Posted: 2026-10-16Closing date: 2027-01-13Location: BirminghamSalary: 50,000 - 85,000 DOE (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Construction - House Building ProjectsCompany: HaysConsultant: Jack HuttonHays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquarePhone: 01159598786Email: jack.hutton@hays.comYour new companyYou will be joining a leading UK Tier 1 construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex, high-profile projects across the country. Due to a major programme of refurbishment and building improvement works in Birmingham, they are looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager or Senior Design Manager to join their established project team.
Your new roleAs Senior Design Manager, you will take responsibility for managing and coordinating the design process across a complex programme of refurbishment, remediation and upgrade works within an existing occupied building.
Working closely with project, commercial, planning and delivery teams, you will ensure design solutions are compliant, buildable and aligned with programme requirements while minimising disruption to ongoing operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the design process for refurbishment, remediation and building improvement worksManaging multidisciplinary design teams across architectural, structural and MEP disciplinesDriving design development from feasibility through to constructionCoordinating works within a live, occupied operational environmentManaging design programmes and ensuring information is released in line with construction requirementsProviding technical input across fire safety, compliance and building modernisation worksManaging consultants, specialist subcontractors and external design partnersReviewing existing building constraints and developing practical, buildable solutionsEnsuring designs meet current Building Regulations and Building Safety Regulator requirementsWorking closely with project, commercial and planning teams to identify and mitigate design risksLiaising with statutory authorities, building control and key project stakeholdersIdentifying opportunities for innovation, efficiencies and continuous improvementThe role will initially require four days per week on site in Birmingham, with greater hybrid working flexibility available once the project has progressed through its initial mobilisation period.
What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this position, you will have: Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager within constructionStrong refurbishment, remediation, building improvement or major maintenance experienceExperience delivering projects within occupied or live operational environmentsA strong understanding of Building Regulations and building safety requirementsExperience with fire safety improvements and compliance-led construction worksStrong knowledge of the challenges associated with upgrading and modifying existing buildingsExperience coordinating architectural, structural and MEP designStrong buildability and programme awarenessExperience managing external consultants, specialist designers and subcontractor design packagesGood knowledge of BIM and digital design processesExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsA valid CSCS cardRelevant professional membership would be advantageousWhat you'll get in returnThis is an excellent opportunity to join a major contractor and play a key role in the delivery of a technically challenging, high-profile refurbishment programme in Birmingham.
The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Hybrid and flexible working opportunities50,000 - 85,000 DOE25 days' annual leaveCompany pensionShare incentive schemeFamily-friendly policiesVolunteering leaveProfessional training and developmentSupport towards professional qualificationsLong-term career progression within a major UK contractorWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4838017 - Jack Hutton
Design Manager (Birmingham) employer: Hays
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