Design Manager

Could you help shape the future of residential communities through exceptional design?

As a Design Manager, you'll help bring people, ideas and technical expertise together throughout the design process.

You'll make sure designs are well coordinated, compliant, practical to build and aligned with programme and budget requirements. Working closely with consultants, clients, colleagues and project partners, you'll create a collaborative environment where challenges are worked through together and opportunities for improvement are encouraged.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting design management across one or more residential developments.
• Bringing teams together to coordinate design activities from pre-construction through to completion.
• Reviewing design information to support quality, compliance and buildability.
• Working collaboratively to identify and manage technical, commercial and programme risks.
• Contributing your expertise to bids, tenders and work-winning opportunities.
• Building positive relationships with colleagues, consultants, clients and project partners.
• Supporting high standards across health, safety, sustainability and Building Safety.
• Coaching and supporting the development of Design Managers and Assistant Design Managers.
• Encouraging new ideas, shared learning and continuous improvement across our projects.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who combines strong design and technical knowledge with a collaborative and inclusive approach.

You don't necessarily need to meet every requirement. If you have relevant experience and feel you could bring something valuable to the role, we'd still love to hear from you.

You'll ideally bring:

• Experience in a Design Manager or similar role within residential development or construction.
• A good understanding of construction methods, design management and project delivery.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary consultant teams and a range of stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A thoughtful approach to identifying risk, solving problems and making informed decisions.
• Experience contributing to bids, tenders or client presentations.
• A supportive and collaborative approach, with an interest in helping others develop and succeed.