Conrad Consulting is working with an established building consultancy to recruit an experienced Design Manager for an exciting 26-week contract opportunity based in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager with experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and managing design delivery on complex construction projects. The successful candidate will be working on a high-profile Defence project, taking responsibility for design coordination, technical compliance and ensuring design information is delivered in line with programme and project requirements.

• Manage and coordinate the design process throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, engineers and specialist consultants.
• Coordinate design reviews, technical submissions and design approvals.
• Monitor design programmes, ensuring information is delivered in line with construction deadlines.
• Identify and manage design risks, technical issues and potential design changes.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant statutory requirements, Building Regulations, CDM and project specifications.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, client representatives and contractors to ensure effective design delivery.
• Attend design team meetings and provide regular progress reports to key stakeholders.

• Proven experience working as a Design Manager within the construction or building consultancy sector.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work and design management processes.
• Experience working on Defence, MOD, military or other secure-sector projects would be advantageous.
• Valid and current Security Clearance is essential.
• Good understanding of Building Regulations, CDM requirements and design risk management.
• Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage design programmes and deliver within demanding project deadlines.
• Available to commit to an initial 26-week contract based in Plymouth.

• Initial 26-week contract.
• Competitive day rate of £400–£450, dependent on experience.
• Plymouth-based Defence project.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, secure-sector project.
• Immediate or short-notice availability would be advantageous.

If you are an experienced Design Manager with valid Security Clearance and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.