Posted 21 July, 2026
Design Manager
Detail2 Limited
Slough, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Design Manager (Construction) - Hybrid - Slough/Hybrid - Up to £70,000 DOEAbout the company As a result of major business growth, we're on the lookout for a Technical Design Manager to join a rapidly expanding construction company! The successful candidate will lead the design process for large-scale projects and will cover the full lifecycle of project design from post-tender through to completion. You'll ideally come from a background in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture or design management within the construction industry. The company focuses on delivering complex structural solutions and operates within a highly technical, innovative sector. With a collaborative culture and a forward thinking approach, the business supports professional development. The company head office is in Slough but there is full flexibility - Hybrid working. A full driving licence is a must. Design Manager (Construction) - The Details \n
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- Great salary \n
- Various perks and benefits \n
- Excellent scope for progression \n
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- You'll ideally come from a background in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture or design management within the construction industry \n
- Strong organisational, technical, and stakeholder-management capabilities \n
- Experience with BIM design tools and workflows \n
- Lead and oversee the design phase of multi-storey construction projects from post-tender to handover \n
- Liaise with internal teams, architects, engineers, and external partners to maintain smooth project progress \n
- Monitor design timelines, budget alignment, and compliance with required standards \n
- Identify, communicate, and mitigate design-related risks across the project lifecycle \n
- Communicate design requirements clearly to multidisciplinary project teams \n
- Ensure alignment between design objectives and construction delivery \n
- Support collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve cohesive outcomes. \n
- Oversee design output to ensure it meets technical, regulatory, and project-specific standards. \n
- Conduct regular design reviews and site visits to ensure construction aligns with approved plans. \n
- Maintain consistency and compliance across all design documentation. \n
- Client engagement - Working closely with client to interpret their project vision and requirements \n
- Provide informed design solutions that balance client expectations with technical and regulatory demands \n
- Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a positive attitude is a must! \n
