Commercial Design Manager

https://www.recruitbuild.co.uk/job-search/2307-commercial-design-manager/architect/yorkshire-and-humberside/job2025-11-19 11:17:502025-12-18 RecruitBuild
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Huddersfield
Area Yorkshire and Humberside, England Yorkshire and Humberside England Huddersfield
Sector Architecture - ArchitectArchitecture - Architectural Technologist
Salary To £65k salary including car allowance + benefits package
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Paul Buckinham
Telephone 01924600901
Job Ref RB1566
Job Views 9
Description

Salary: Up to £65,000 including car allowance + excellent benefits
Location: Huddersfield (Hybrid working)

Are you a highly experienced Architect or Technologist with sharp commercial instincts and a proven ability to build strong contractor relationships? This is your opportunity to join a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy where your financial acumen and negotiation skills will be at the heart of success.

You’ll play a pivotal role in steering the commercial side of architectural projects. From negotiating fees and contracts to managing invoicing and profitability, you’ll ensure the consultancy delivers value while maintaining excellent client and contractor relationships.

This is the ideal role for a senior-level Architect or Technologist who thrives on the business side of architecture — balancing design expertise with commercial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Negotiate fees and oversee contract agreements with clients and contractors
  • Manage invoicing, fee recovery, and financial control across projects
  • Monitor profitability and mitigate commercial risks
  • Advise clients on contractual and financial obligations
  • Strengthen contractor relationships to support smooth collaboration
  • Promote commercial awareness across the architectural team

About You

  • Qualified Architect or highly experienced Architectural Technologist with required commercial skill set.
  • Strong commercial management experience in consultancy or design practice
  • Skilled in fee negotiation, contract management, and invoicing processes
  • Familiar with RIBA Plan of Work stages 1–7
  • Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills
  • Self-motivated, independent, and commercially astute
  • Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel

Benefits

  • Competitive package up to £65,000 including car allowance
  • Up to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Hybrid working & 9-day fortnight option
  • Contributory pension & life assurance
  • Annual bonus and regular salary reviews
  • Funded professional training and CPD
  • Supportive, sociable team culture with a forward-thinking ethos

Join a consultancy where your commercial expertise and contractor relationships will drive real impact. Step into a role that recognises and rewards your ability to combine architectural knowledge with business leadership.

Apply today and take the next step in your career

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