Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: BristolSalary: 67,000 to 75,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Construction - Building ProjectsCompany: HaysConsultant: James MitchellHays office: Southampton — Ground Floor, Clockwise, Mountbatten House, Grosvenor SquarePhone: Email: Manager – BristolSalary: 66,000–71,000 + Car Allowance + Pension + Enhanced Benefits
Location: Bristol
Sectors: Manufacturing, Technology, Commercial, IndustrialAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to join a leading regional Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work across the South West.This role offers the chance to work on a high-profile 120m+ landmark manufacturing and technology facility in Bristol, one of the most significant schemes currently underway in the region. Beyond this flagship project, the business offers long-term involvement across a diverse portfolio of major schemes, providing both stability and career progression.The OpportunityYou will play a key role within the design and technical delivery team on a complex, multi-disciplinary project, involving high-spec industrial spaces, specialist MEP integration and technically challenging structures.This is not a typical regional project, it is a career-defining scheme that will stand out on any Design Manager’s CV, offering both technical challenge and high visibility within a well-established contractor.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate design across major structural, architectural and MEP packagesManage the design process from pre-construction through to deliveryWork closely with architects, engineers, consultants and specialist subcontractorsEnsure design information is accurate, compliant and fully coordinatedDrive value engineering, risk management and buildability reviewsSupport tender and pre-construction activities, as well as on-site technical resolutionChair design workshops and coordination meetingsAbout YouProven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager within a main contractorTrack record delivering complex, high-value projects (50m+)Strong technical understanding of structures, building envelope and MEP coordinationExperience managing multiple design packages and consultant teamsStrong communication, coordination and problem-solving skillsExperience working within regulated or technically complex environments is advantageousWhat’s on Offer67,000–75,000 + packageOpportunity to work on a flagship 120m+ project in BristolFlexible working – 4 days on site with 1 day working from homeEnhanced benefits packageLong-term pipeline of secured regional work across the South WestClear progression within a well-established Tier 1 contractorCollaborative, well-respected business with a strong reputation for quality deliveryIf you’d like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Southampton. # - James Mitchell
Design Manager in Bristol employer: Hays
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