Design Manager Position Position: Design Manager Project Location: Manchester Contract type: Permanent Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch) We re looking for a Design Manager to join a busy main contractor and support the delivery of exciting building projects across Manchester. This is a permanent role offering long-term career progression within a company that genuinely values professional development and internal growth. What will you be doing You will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to project completion, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and delivered on programme. Working closely with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors, you will play a key role in driving quality and managing risk through each scheme. Key Responsibilities Managing and coordinating the design process from tender through to handover Liaising with clients, consultants, architects, and subcontractors Reviewing and managing design programmes to ensure project deadlines are met Identifying and mitigating design risks and opportunities Ensuring compliance with current building regulations and technical standards Leading design team meetings and driving collaborative project delivery Supporting the commercial and operational teams with design-related matters What are they looking for Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contractor environment Strong understanding of DandB projects across commercial or