Design Manager

Job Description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Design Manager


Job Type: Permanent


Job Ref: #1381/b


Location: Norwich


Start Date: ASAP


Salary: c.£70k-£80k basic + excellent benefits package including:




  • Car Allowance including option for salary sacrifice electric car scheme



  • Market-leading holiday allowance



  • Performance bonus



  • Pension



  • Employee rewards including days out, trips, and vouchers



Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a privately owned Main Contractor who turnover close to £50 million and operate across the Commercial, Mixed-Use, Residential and Education sectors across Norfolk. They are currently growing their Design team with a new Design Manager to work on projects up to c.£20m in single value.


The business has demonstrated sustained and strategic growth over the past 10 years, positioning itself as an employer of choice with a rewarding culture and a strong track record of investing in employees' personal and professional development.


The large majority of their projects are secured from local frameworks and are largely Design and Build contracts.


Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management at procurement stages, and monitor on-site design coordination across one or two projects. A process-driven individual with practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail is essential for this role.


Desirable Experience:




  • Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.



  • Ability to work on projects as a Lead Design Manager.



  • Minimum of 5-7 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.



  • It would be advantageous for the candidate to have knowledge of one or more of the following: Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, and NHBC warranty requirements.



  • Previous Roles: Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Co-ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.



Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.


Application Process: If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV to Jess Quinn. Your application will be reviewed, and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.


Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency/Business.



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