Design Manager in Slough

Middlesex Limited is a specialist subcontractor with over 20 years’ experience delivering high-quality drylining, partitions and ceiling systems across the UK construction sector. Our portfolio spans commercial, education, healthcare, residential, leisure, data centre and mixed-use developments, working with many of the UK’s leading contractors.

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager with 7+ years of experience in drylining and/or ceilings to join our growing team. This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing and coordinating the design process across specialist drylining, partition and ceiling packages from pre-construction through to project completion.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the design process across live and pre-construction projects.
• Author and manage detailed drawings, GA drawings and reflected ceiling plans (RCPs) for project packages.
• Coordinate and manage all design deliverables including drawings, technical submissions, sample sheets and as-built information.
• Develop and maintain design programmes, information release schedules and project trackers.
• Ensure all design information is coordinated between consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Work closely with estimating and commercial teams during pre-construction to review tender information, identify risks and support value engineering opportunities.
• Attend and lead design workshops, trade coordination meetings and internal design review meetings.
• Resolve design comments and technical queries within agreed timescales.
• Carry out site surveys and provide set-out information where required.
• Ensure all fire ratings, certifications and technical compliance requirements are current and fully coordinated.
• Assist site teams with technical guidance, QA support and practical buildability solutions.
• Develop pragmatic and commercially viable solutions to technical and construction challenges.
• Coordinate and manage project documentation through SharePoint, ACC Docs and associated platforms.
• Produce and manage O&M manuals and as-built drawing submissions.
• Support the Quantity Surveying team with the assessment and pricing of variations where required.
• Support continuous improvement within the design department, including mentoring junior team members and contributing to internal CPD sessions.
• Work in line with Middlesex internal procedures and ISO 9001 standards.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within drylining, interiors or specialist subcontracting (ideally 7 years +).
• Strong technical understanding of drywall systems, partitions, ceilings and associated construction details.
• Experience producing and coordinating technical drawings and design information.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, buildability and project delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance design, programme and budget requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving technical challenges.
• High level of attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit and document management platforms such as SharePoint or ACC Docs.
• Understanding of fire performance requirements, certifications and technical compliance standards preferred.

Qualifications:

• Relevant construction or design qualification preferred (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent experience).
• CSCS card preferred.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What Middlesex Offers You:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working environment (minimum 3 days in office).
• Clear career progression and ongoing training, CPD and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
• A collaborative and supportive culture where people work hard, deliver high standards, and enjoy what they do.
• A forward-thinking environment within a growing UK business.
• The opportunity to contribute to landmark projects alongside experienced industry professionals.

If you are a driven Design Manager looking to join a growing specialist subcontractor with a strong technical reputation and collaborative culture, we would love to hear from you.