Design Manager in Cardiff

Design Manager in Cardiff

Cardiff Full-Time 51750 - 63250 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design process on a prestigious £90m construction project in South Wales.
  • Company: Join a leading main contractor with a strong reputation in the industry.
  • Benefits: Excellent salary, package, and long-term career prospects.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work with a highly experienced project team and drive innovative design solutions.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on a landmark scheme from the very beginning.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Design Manager on large projects and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.

A leading and highly reputable main contractor is about to commence a prestigious £90 million construction scheme in South Wales, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join the project from the outset. This is a rare chance to take ownership of the design process on a flagship development, working alongside a highly experienced project team and ensuring successful coordination from pre-construction through to completion.

The Role

  • As Design Manager, you'll lead and coordinate the design process, ensuring information is produced, reviewed and issued in line with programme requirements.
  • You'll work closely with consultants, subcontractors, clients and the operational team to deliver practical, buildable and commercially effective design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate consultant and subcontractor design information.
  • Ensure design deliverables meet programme requirements.
  • Chair design team meetings and manage design workshops.
  • Identify and resolve design and technical issues proactively.
  • Collaborate with site, commercial and planning teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Drive value engineering and buildability throughout the project.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Design Manager with a main contractor.
  • Proven track record delivering large construction projects (£50m+ desirable).
  • Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills.
  • Experience managing consultant teams and design programmes.
  • Relevant construction qualification.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to join one of South Wales' largest live construction projects.
  • Long-term career prospects with a highly respected contractor.
  • Excellent salary, package and benefits.
  • Chance to influence a landmark scheme from project commencement.

If you're an experienced Design Manager looking to join a major project with genuine long-term prospects, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Design Manager in Cardiff employer: O'neill And Brennan

As a leading firm in the construction industry, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Quantity Surveyors to excel in their roles. Located in a vibrant area with access to numerous professional development opportunities, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee growth, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking a rewarding career in quantity surveying.

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Contact Details:

O'neill And Brennan Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Design Manager in Cardiff

Design Management
Construction Methodologies
Coordination Skills
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Value Engineering
Project Lifecycle Management