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Salary: £65000 - £80000 per annum + Travel Allowance + Bonus Type: Full Time Region: UK - South West Town/City: Bridgwater, Somerset Posted: 06/07/2026 Reference: BBBH25890_1783350981
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Design Manager
Bridgwater, Somerset
£65,000 - £80,000 + Travel Allowance + Accommodation + Private Medical + Pension + Bonus + Career Progression + Long-Term Project + Immediate Start
Join a leading international main contractor delivering one of the UK's largest and most technically challenging construction developments. This is an opportunity to become a CSA Design Manager on a landmark project that is expected to run for several years, providing genuine long-term stability, exposure to complex construction, and outstanding career progression.
You'll work within an experienced multidisciplinary design and construction team, coordinating Civil, Structural and Architectural design from pre-construction through to project completion. This is a business that promotes from within, rewards performance, and offers clear opportunities to progress into Senior Design Management and leadership roles as the project and wider business continue to grow.
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If you're looking to work on a major project where you'll be given responsibility, autonomy and the chance to develop your career over the long term, this is an excellent opportunity.
Your Role
As a CSA Design Manager You Will Include
- Managing the Civil, Structural and Architectural design process throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinating consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams to ensure successful design delivery.
- Reviewing drawings, technical submissions and design information.
- Ensuring design programmes are achieved while maintaining quality and compliance.
As a CSA Design Manager You Will Have
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- Previous experience working for a main contractor or specialist contractor on major construction projects.
- Strong understanding of Civil, Structural or Architectural design coordination.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple design packages within a fast-paced construction environment.
- Willingness to work full-time on site Monday-Friday.
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