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Design Manager

Job in Exeter, Devon, EX2, England, UK
Listing for: Talk Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-07
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Architect / Sr. Architect, Engineering Design & Technologists, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Design Manager or Senior Design Manager - Building / Construction - Exeter / South West

What makes it Great?
  • Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor
  • Long term Local Regional Projects
  • Strong Work Pipeline on public sector projects
  • Flexible working / Hybrid role
  • Very low staff turnover
COMPANY

A leading tier 1 building main contractor, operating on a regional basis. This employer is a very stable company on lots of long-term public sector frameworks, a great place for job security and long-term local work. Previous experience on public sector projects (Education, Health etc) would be ideal but not essential.

Role
  • Responsible for the management of design-related issues across multiple sectors on both preconstruction and the construction stages of individual projects.
  • Requires experience in the appointment and management of consultants, monitoring the production of detailed design and managing the design appraisal review process for projects in delivery.
  • Must be experienced in managing the design process, identifying design solutions, design risk and opportunities to support the business in delivering existing pipeline and securing new work.
  • Responsible for all design activities in conjunction with the development team and transition to the delivery teams.
  • Manage all aspects of the consultants and specialist sub-contractors’ activities working with commercial teams to negotiate their appointments.
Requirements
  • Knowledge of the Building Sector.
  • Previous employment as a Design Co‑ordinator, D&B Coordinator, D&B Manager or Design Manager.
  • Previous experience in building sector projects such as Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Apartment Blocks, Student Accommodation, Hotels, Extra Care Housing, MOJ, Industrial, Education or Healthcare.
  • Previous main contractor employment.
  • High level of communication skills.
  • Relevant industry qualification (Degree / HND / HNC etc).
Remuneration
  • Competitive Basic (dependent on experience)
  • Car / Allowance
  • Healthcare
  • Pension

To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now.

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