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Design Manager – Commercial Fit-Out\n Location: Reading (with projects across the Thames Valley and wider UK)\n Salary: Up to £65,000 + package\n A well-established and growing commercial fit-out contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join its team. Operating across Reading and the wider UK, the business delivers high-quality office, workplace, and laboratory environments through full-service design-and-build solutions.\n This is a confidential opportunity with a company known for its collaborative culture, strong client relationships, and consistent project delivery across a diverse portfolio.\n The Role As Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design process across multiple commercial interior projects, from early concept through to completion. You will work closely with clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams to ensure projects are well-coordinated, commercially viable, and delivered to a high standard.\n Key Responsibilities \nManage the design process across Cat A and Cat B fit-out and refurbishment projects \nCoordinate architects, consultants, and subcontractor design packages \nLead design meetings and ensure clear communication between all stakeholders \nReview drawings and technical submissions for compliance, quality, and buildability \nSupport pre-construction and tender stages with design input and value engineering \nEnsure designs align with programme, budget, and client expectations \nContribute to innovative, people-focused workplace and laboratory environments About the Client \nEstablished commercial contractor specialising in office and laboratory fit-out \nFull design-and-build capability, from concept through to handover \nStrong regional presence across Reading, the Thames Valley, and London \nDiverse project portfolio including workplaces, education, and specialist environments \nExperienced in-house team with a reputation for quality, detail, and reliability Requirements \nProven experience as a Design Manager within commercial fit-out or interiors \nStrong understanding of Cat A / Cat B projects and design-and-build delivery \nAbility to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously \nExcellent technical knowledge and attention to detail \nStrong communication and leadership skills \nBackground in architecture, interior design, or construction-related discipline What’s on Offer \nSalary up to £65,000 depending on experience \nOpportunity to work on varied, high-quality projects \nSupportive and experienced team environment \nLong-term career progression within a growing business
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Location:
Reading
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Design Manager, Manager, Management, Design

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