Senior/Design Manager

Design Manager – Flagship Construction Project
Location: Bournemouth
Type: Permanent

A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to take a lead role on a flagship project in Bournemouth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded business and oversee the design process from concept through to construction completion and handover.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and manage the design process from concept through construction and project handover.

* Review employer requirements, contract documentation, and technical specifications.

* Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP design disciplines.

* Manage external consultants, specialist designers, and key stakeholders.

* Ensure designs comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and planning conditions.

* Drive the design programme in line with overall project milestones and delivery objectives.

* Identify and mitigate design risks and technical challenges.

* Chair design coordination meetings and lead client design presentations.

* Ensure design solutions are buildable, commercially viable, and aligned with procurement strategies.

* Manage design change control and technical approval processes.

* Support value engineering initiatives and design optimisation opportunities.

* Oversee the timely production of construction information and as-built documentation.

About You

* Degree-qualified in Architecture or Architectural Technology.

* ARB or RIBA membership is desirable but not essential.

* 5–10+ years' experience in architectural design and/or design management within construction, building structures, or principal contractor environments.

* Experience working on stadia projects would be highly advantageous, although not essential.

* Strong technical understanding of building construction, detailing, and regulatory compliance.

* Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.

* Commercially aware with the ability to balance design quality, cost, and programme requirements.

* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

* Proficient in industry-standard design and coordination software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Tekla, and BIM platforms.

What's on Offer

* Permanent position with a leading contractor.

* Opportunity to work on a high-profile flagship project.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Fixed term contract also considered

For a confidential discussion or to find out more about this opportunity, please get in touch
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed