Thorn Baker Construction
Design Manager (Small Works)
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Design Manager
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Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
A leading regional main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join their growing team based in Malvern.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the Midlands and South West. The business delivers projects across education, healthcare, residential, and leisure sectors, with project values ranging from £250k to £30m.
The Role
- Managing design across multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover
- Coordinating consultants, subcontractors, clients, and internal project teams
- Chairing design team meetings and driving design progress
- Managing design programmes and information release schedules
- Reviewing designs for buildability, compliance, and value engineering opportunities
- Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, planning requirements, and CDM regulations
- Supporting BIM processes and managing project documentation through the Common Data Environment
- Working closely with operational and commercial teams to support successful project delivery
- Providing technical guidance and solutions throughout the project lifecycle
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Requirements
- Previous experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry
- Experience working for a Main Contractor Preferred
- Strong understanding of design management processes across pre-construction and delivery phases
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate design teams effectively
- Knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, and construction methodologies
- Construction-related qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and car allowance
- Private healthcare and benefits package
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Secure pipeline of projects across multiple sectors
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with an excellent reputation for staff development and retention
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking contractor, we would like to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Saunders-Waller at Thorn Baker Construction on (phone number removed)
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