Design Manager

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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join a flagship £90M Design & Build science laboratory project in Bracknell.

This is a long-term opportunity (circa 2 years) to work on a technically complex, high-spec development, requiring strong coordination across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.

The role will involve managing the design process from pre-construction through delivery, ensuring compliance, coordination, and quality across all packages.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and manage the design process across all project stages (pre-construction through to completion)

* Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams including architects, consultants, and subcontractors

* Ensure design outputs align with client requirements, programme, and budget

* Manage design deliverables in line with RIBA stages and project milestones

* Review and comment on design information to ensure buildability and compliance

* Drive design coordination meetings and workshops

* Oversee façade packages, with a focus on curtain walling and cladding systems

* Identify and mitigate design risks and clashes

* Ensure compliance with building regulations, standards, and project specifications

* Liaise closely with site, commercial, and client teams

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Design Manager on large-scale construction projects

* Strong background in Design & Build (D&B) projects

* Experience working on laboratory, life sciences, or technically complex buildings (highly desirable)

* Solid understanding of curtain walling and cladding systems

* Experience managing design through RIBA Stages 3–5+

* Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills

* Ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously

Desirable

* Previous experience on science, pharmaceutical, or cleanroom environments

* Familiarity with BIM and common design platforms

* Relevant construction or design-related qualification

Additional Information

* Long-term role with potential for extension beyond 2 years

* Based on site in Bracknell

* Competitive salary/package depending on experience

* Opportunity to work on a high-profile, technically challenging project

Ideal Candidate

A confident and technically strong Design Manager with experience delivering complex D&B projects, particularly within façade packages. Someone who can drive coordination, manage stakeholders effectively, and ensure high-quality design delivery on a major scheme
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Location:
Bracknell
Salary:
£300 - £350 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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