Recruit Build is working with a leading offsite construction and MMC specialist to recruit a Design Manager for their newly established Residential & Emerging Markets division based near Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly innovative, award-winning business at an exciting stage of growth, helping shape and develop a new sector delivering high-quality, sustainable residential and mixed-tenure projects.

The role could suit an experienced Design Manager or potentially someone from an Architectural, Technical or Engineering background who is already managing projects and looking to progress into a broader design leadership position.

The Role

• Lead and manage the design and technical delivery process from pre-construction through to project delivery
• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, subcontractors and external stakeholders
• Ensure designs meet client requirements, programme objectives and regulatory standards
• Oversee design development, technical coordination and project compliance
• Chair and lead design coordination meetings throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage consultant appointments, scopes and design deliverable
• Support innovation and continuous improvement across design processes and technologies
• Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure seamless integration between design and construction

Requirements

• Previous experience within a Design Manager, Technical Coordinator, Architectural or Engineering role
• Strong technical and construction knowledge
• Experience managing design processes on construction or residential projects
• Understanding or interest in MMC / offsite construction
• Good commercial awareness and organisational skills
• Experience managing consultants and pre-construction design activities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive approach with the ability to problem solve and drive projects forward

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing business
• Involvement in innovative and sustainable construction projects
• Strong long-term career progression potential
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary to and benefits package

For further information, please contact Recruit Build in confidence.