Warrington
£55,000-£65,000 + Package
We're supporting a growing contractor-developer entering a new phase of strategic growth under new ownership and a modern, forward‑thinking leadership team. With a secured pipeline of multi‑rise residential and high‑density new‑build schemes, the business is strengthening its technical and design capability to support a more structured, coordinated and compliant delivery model.
We're now looking for a Design Manager who can coordinate design information across complex multi‑storey projects, ensuring clarity, buildability and compliance from pre‑construction through delivery. You'll work closely with architects, engineers and specialist consultants, helping drive technical consistency and supporting the wider project team with accurate, timely information.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate design across multi‑rise residential and complex new‑build schemes
Support pre‑construction design development, ensuring buildability and compliance
Work with architects, engineers and consultants across structural, civil, façade and MEP disciplines
Maintain design trackers, information schedules and quality control processes
Review design proposals to ensure alignment with budgets, programme and value‑engineering opportunities
Support planning submissions, technical approvals and regulatory compliance
Ensure design information meets Building Regulations and modern safety requirements
Chair design coordination meetings and provide clear updates to project teams
Facilitate communication between construction, commercial, technical and client teams
Manage document control processes and ensure accurate information flow
What We're Looking For:
Experience as a Design Manager for a main contractor or developer
Background in design & build, new‑build residential or multi‑storey projects
Understanding of façade and envelope interfaces within new‑build environments
Strong knowledge of CDM and Building Regulations
Confident managing consultants and multiple stakeholders
Organised, proactive and solutions‑focused
Clear communicator with credibility across internal teams and clients
Able to manage design information in a fast‑paced environment
What's In It For You:
£55,000-£65,000 salary
Strong package and benefits
Opportunity to join early and influence how the design function develops
Direct access to senior leadership and a respected technical team
A pipeline of multi‑rise residential schemes
Clear progression as the business continues to grow
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year