Shape the Future: Design Manager Role on Key 40m DfE School Projects - Manchester

Are you a Design Manager passionate about creating inspiring educational spaces? Do you thrive on leading complex projects from initial concept to successful completion?

Randstad is partnering with a leading national construction client, renowned for their commitment to quality and successful delivery across Commercial, Education & Residential sectors. They are actively recruiting a skilled and experienced Design Manager to join their thriving Manchester team, specifically to focus on their significant portfolio of Department for Education (DfE) projects across the North West.

With a strong pipeline of work secured for the coming years, this is a critical permanent appointment to support their continued growth and project success in the region.

The Role - Leading Design Excellence:

Based in their busy Manchester office, you will be responsible for spearheading the design management process for exciting new-build school projects, often valued up to 40 million. This pivotal role requires you to ensure every design aspect meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, budget, and timeline.

Your responsibilities will include:

End-to-end management of the design process for large-scale education projects.
Seamless liaison and collaboration with architects, engineers, specialist consultants, and internal teams.
Thorough review and decisive approval of design submissions, drawings, and specifications.
Ensuring absolute compliance with all relevant Building Codes, the DfE framework requirements, and rigorous safety standards.

What We're Looking For:

We need a Design Manager with a proven track record and specific expertise:

Essential experience as a Design Manager working directly on projects procured under the Department for Education (DfE) framework.
Demonstrated success in managing projects with a minimum value of 20 million.
An exceptional eye for detail, coupled with the ability to proactively identify issues and implement effective solutions swiftly.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
Comprehensive knowledge of BIM workflows, current Building Regulations, and planning requirements.

Your Package & Benefits:

Joining our client means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a successful team with great rewards:

Highly Competitive Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)
Generous Annual Leave: 26 days per year
Company Vehicle or substantial Car Allowance
Attractive Performance-related Bonus Scheme
Comprehensive Private Healthcare Coverage

Take the Next Step:

If you are a driven Design Manager ready to lead significant education projects and contribute to a leading national contractor's success in the North West, we encourage you to apply.

Click Apply Now, or for a confidential discussion, please contact Dan @ Randstad Manchester by phone or email.

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