Location: Bournemouth
Type: Permanent
A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to take a lead role on a flagship project in Bournemouth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded business and oversee the design process from concept through to construction completion and handover.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the design process from concept through construction and project handover.
* Review employer requirements, contract documentation, and technical specifications.
* Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP design disciplines.
* Manage external consultants, specialist designers, and key stakeholders.
* Ensure designs comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and planning conditions.
* Drive the design programme in line with overall project milestones and delivery objectives.
* Identify and mitigate design risks and technical challenges.
* Chair design coordination meetings and lead client design presentations.
* Ensure design solutions are buildable, commercially viable, and aligned with procurement strategies.
* Manage design change control and technical approval processes.
* Support value engineering initiatives and design optimisation opportunities.
* Oversee the timely production of construction information and as-built documentation.
About You
* Degree-qualified in Architecture or Architectural Technology.
* ARB or RIBA membership is desirable but not essential.
* 5–10+ years' experience in architectural design and/or design management within construction, building structures, or principal contractor environments.
* Experience working on stadia projects would be highly advantageous, although not essential.
* Strong technical understanding of building construction, detailing, and regulatory compliance.
* Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
* Commercially aware with the ability to balance design quality, cost, and programme requirements.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficient in industry-standard design and coordination software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Tekla, and BIM platforms.
What's on Offer
* Permanent position with a leading contractor.
* Opportunity to work on a high-profile flagship project.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Fixed term contract also considered
For a confidential discussion or to find out more about this opportunity, please get in touch
Salary description
£70000.00 - £90000.00 per year