Design Manager

The Momentum Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services company is seeking a Design Manager to oversee design aspects on construction projects in the Nottingham area. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, manage design teams, and facilitate communication between stakeholders. This role requires strong leadership skills and an in-depth understanding of UK construction legislation and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Design management within the fit out or refurbishment sector.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and tender processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and design aspects of tender submissions.
• Coordinate and oversee the full design management process from tender stage to construction.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date design documentation and reports.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Commercial Acumen

Tools

Document Management Software

Job description

The Momentum Group is a property services company that operates four commercial businesses: Advise, Build, Manage and Maintain. We deliver comprehensive and high quality, advisory, construction, property management, facilities management and maintenance solutions to clients across the private and public sector throughout the North-West and elsewhere in the UK.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

You will be part of the Management team and play a pivotal role in ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and delivered on time and within budget.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the technical and design aspects of tender submissions, ensuring alignment with client briefs and programme requirements.
• Collaborate with Estimators / Bid Manager to develop robust cost plans, detailed estimates, and pricing strategies, incorporating design development risk and scope clarity.
• Prepare and coordinate comprehensive Contractors’ Proposals, ensuring alignment with Employer’s Requirements and capturing value-engineered alternatives.
• Produce and monitor preliminaries and design-related risk allowances in line with programme durations and procurement strategies.
• Work closely with procurement and commercial teams to develop early supply chain engagement strategies and prelim schedules.
• Review tender documentation and prepare RFI schedules, tracking responses and coordinating clarification responses to ensure informed bid decisions.
• Attend site visits to support the Bid team in understanding project constraints and opportunities.

Design Management

• Take ownership of the full design management process from tender stage through to construction and as-built.
• Coordinate and oversee the development of the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM) and the Information Release Schedule (IRS).
• Appoint, brief, and manage external design consultants and specialists as required during tender and construction stages.
• Lead regular design team meetings, manage design deliverables, and track progress against the programme and cost plan.
• Ensure strict compliance with current Building Regulations, Planning Conditions, CDM 2015 regulations, British Standards, fire safety requirements, accessibility standards, and any other relevant statutory obligations.
• Manage the timely review and approval of design information, drawings, and submittals.
• Drive the production and coordination of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and handover information.
• Ensuring a design programme is prepared and agreed with each designer.
• Completing and maintaining the Design Responsibilities Matrix
• Develop and maintain design, procurement and Construction programmes aligned with construction delivery commitments.
• Produce, Input into and review master construction programmes, ensuring realistic design lead times are incorporated.
• Work with planning and site teams to de-risk delivery by sequencing design decisions and long-lead procurement milestones.
• Track design-related dependencies and identify critical path risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the principal design point of contact for the client, consultants, and supply chain throughout the pre-construction phase.
• Attend client meetings, presenting design progress, value engineering options, and risk mitigation measures.
• Manage the interface between client-supplied information and contractor design obligations.
• Ensure that client and statutory approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
• Chairing design team meetings and ensuring all parties are aligned on design strategy and deliverables
• Ensuring all contractual obligations are clearly understood and communicated

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date design documentation, schedules, registers, and logs (including RFI, submittal, and drawing registers) .
• Produce regular design and technical progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to post-tender reviews and handover to delivery teams, including the preparation of Design Handover Packs.

General

• Carrying out ad hoc duties as needed to support project and business success

Requirements

• Proven experience in Design management within the fit out or refurbishment sector.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement routes, and tender processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write persuasive content.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective leadership and team management skills, capable of driving a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in document management software
• Sound commercial and financial acumen.
• In-depth knowledge of UK construction legislation, Building Regulations, CDM 2015, and statutory approval processes.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

To Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your CV to [emailprotected] . If we accept your application, we’ll be in touch to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you. No agencies please!