Design Manager - Hybrid (3/2) Cross-Disciplinary Design

Willmott Dixon; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is looking for an experienced Design Manager to join their team in Oldham. You will lead design processes, manage design programs, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. The role offers a hybrid working model, and career progression opportunities to Senior or Principal Design Manager. Ideal for candidates with a strong track record in a Tier 1/Tier 2 contractor environment.

Benefits

Flexibility with hybrid working model

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager with a Tier 1/Tier 2 contractor or architectural consultancy.
• Strong track record of leading multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Familiarity with preconstruction models and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process on allocated projects, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Manage design programmes and maintain control of deadlines.
• Chair design team meetings to ensure collaboration.
• Review and challenge technical details for buildability and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Technical confidence

Communication

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Professional qualifications (e.g. CIOB, RIBA)

Tools

Drawing mark-up tools

Job description

A leading construction contractor is looking for an experienced Design Manager to join their team in Oldham. You will lead design processes, manage design programs, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. The role offers a hybrid working model, and career progression opportunities to Senior or Principal Design Manager. Ideal for candidates with a strong track record in a Tier 1/Tier 2 contractor environment.