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Design Manager - Education Projects (Kent / South East)
Location: Kent
Sector: Education
Contract Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
We are working with a reputable main contractor delivering a strong pipeline of DfE-funded education projects across Kent and the wider South East. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to take ownership of design delivery across new-build and refurbishment education schemes.
This role would suit a Design Manager currently working for, or recently employed by, a main contractor with demonstrable experience delivering education projects through the full design and construction lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through to completion

Coordinate consultants, subcontract designers, and internal project teams

Manage design risk, programme, and change control

Chair and contribute to design team meetings

Ensure design information is issued in line with construction requirements

Support tender and pre-construction activities where required

Ideal Candidate Profile
Proven experience as a Design Manager working for a main contractor

Strong background delivering education projects (DfE)

Good understanding of Design & Build procurement

Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

Comfortable working on live construction projects

What's on Offer
Competitive salary or day rate (depending on contract type)

Long-term pipeline of education work

Opportunity to work with an established contractor with repeat DfE frameworks

Supportive and well-structured design and delivery teams

Interested
If you are a Design Manager with education sector experience and a main contractor background , or if you know someone suitable, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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Location:
Cheltenham
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Design

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