Falcon Green
Design Manager
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
London | Tier 1 Main Contractor | Competitive Salary + Package
A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join its established London team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation, a healthy pipeline of work and a clear structure in place to support career progression. You will work alongside experienced construction and design professionals who can offer genuine development, with a defined route into Senior Design Manager and wider project leadership positions. The contractor delivers a varied portfolio of major London schemes, including large-scale commercial developments and high-rise residential projects. This means you will gain exposure to different sectors, project stages and technical challenges rather than being tied to one type of build.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
The Role
You will take responsibility for managing the design process through pre-construction and delivery, working closely with site teams, consultants, subcontractors, and the client.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing design information, programmes, and approvals
- Coordinating consultants and specialist subcontractors
- Identifying and resolving design risks before they affect the build
- Supporting procurement and construction teams with technical information
- Chairing design meetings and driving actions through to completion
- Ensuring the design is practical, compliant, and fully coordinated
- Maintaining a strong link between the design function and the site team
Applicants must have site-based Design Management experience working directly for a main contractor.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
You should have:
- Experience delivering projects on site for a recognised main contractor
- A strong understanding of buildability, sequencing, and construction methodology
- Experience coordinating consultants and subcontractor design
- Exposure to commercial, residential, or other major building projects
- The confidence to challenge design teams and drive decisions
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
Candidates coming solely from an architectural practice or consultancy background will not be considered.
This role requires someone who understands design from a contractor and delivery perspective and is comfortable working closely with live site teams.
Please apply through the link below or contact Connie for more information.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location