Caddick Construction Limited
Design Manager
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Design Manager
Design Manager – Industrial & Residential Construction
About the Role
Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our team as we take on a diverse range of exciting new projects across the Industrial and Residential sectors, primarily in the West Midlands, extending to Nottingham.
At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritise collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team and shape the future of our projects.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the preconstruction phase of projects, ensuring designs align with client specifications and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to develop cost-effective and efficient designs
- Manage project design budgets and timelines to meet deadlines and financial targets
- Work closely with client teams, liaising on multiple projects to ensure seamless communication
- Maintain clear, proactive communication with customers to resolve issues efficiently and keep projects on track
- Lead design team meetings, providing regular updates to senior management on project progress
- Ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations (including CDM and Building Regulations)
- ** Facilitate communication** between all project stakeholders to meet project objectives
- Implement and maintain quality control procedures throughout the design and construction process
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Requirements
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contracting business
- Construction industry expertise, particularly in design and build, new build, and refurbishment projects
- Command of current CDM and Building Regulations
- Experience managing document control systems
- Strong ability to liaise with cross-disciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and clients
Personal Attributes
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Commercial acumen and ability to make informed, decisive design and project decisions
- Organisational and prioritisation skills to manage design workflow effectively
- Customer-focused mindset to build long-term, productive relationships
Why Join Caddick Group?
Career & Development Opportunities
- Competitive salary package tailored to your experience and expertise
- Clear career progression pathways in a growing organisation
- Focus on continuous professional development
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A People-Centred Approach
- Culture built on collaboration, integrity and transparency
- Opportunity to be part of a thrive-and-prosper environment
Commitment to Equality & Inclusion
- Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and offer an inclusive workplace
Benefits Package
Health & Wellbeing
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- PSA testing and breast cancer awareness initiatives
- Private healthcare scheme (with Medicash benefits)
Work Perks
- Birthday Day Off (discretionary)
- Additional annual leave purchase scheme – buy up to 5 extra days of leave
Living Benefits
- Caddick Hub: Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, tech, and entertainment
Family-Friendly Support
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
Flexible Wellness
- Ride to Work Scheme – up to 47% tax and NI savings on cycling equipment
Financial Security
- Pension contribution: 5% from the employer
- Death-in-service cover: Life assurance covering up to 4x salary up to age 70
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