Design Manager

*Design Manager, Manchester*

A hugely successful Contractor is seeking a Design Manager to be site-based on a brand new Student Accommodation scheme in Manchester. Having already expanded and established themselves within a number of cities, our London-based client has a strong national presence. The successful candidate will be joining the business during a time of growth with tangible opportunities for progression and the opportunity to work across a variety of sectors.

Main responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Ensuring the design process recognises current legislation, standards and codes of practice, where appropriate.
• Ensuring design information is of the right quality and keeps pace with project timescale.
• Ensure proper coordination between different design teams.
• Cost estimating, including recommendation of cost effectiveness and practical a alternatives
• Project involvement from conception to delivery
• Overseeing and reviewing design drawings

Applicants will preferably be existing Design/Technical Managers or very experienced Senior Design/Technical Coordinators who are seeking the next step in their career. Suitable candidates will have worked on either Student Accommodation, Residential or Commercial schemes from inception to completion and will be confident running a scheme autonomously. Experience working on RC-framed schemes is essential and a proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships is a requisite of the role.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone to immerse themselves in a successful business within a leading role, contributing to the growth of the brand within the Manchester area.

A remuneration of up to £70k-£75k plus package is on offer for the right candidate.

*Design Manager, Manchester *