Design Manager (M&E Bias Preferred)

Location: Oxford
Salary: Competitive + Package
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a Design Manager to support the delivery of office and laboratory fit-out projects across Oxford. An M&E background would be highly advantageous, although it is not essential.

Working closely with project delivery teams, consultants and clients, you will coordinate the design process from concept through to construction, ensuring designs are practical, compliant and delivered on programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate design information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage consultant and subcontractor design teams.
• Review technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensure design programmes align with construction programmes.
• Identify and resolve design clashes.
• Support project teams throughout delivery.
• Attend client and design coordination meetings.
• Ensure compliance with current regulations and project requirements.

Requirements

• Previous Design Management experience within construction or fit-out.
• Experience delivering CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs.
• Laboratory fit-out experience desirable.
• M&E design knowledge beneficial.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously.