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Overview

An established, London-based main contractor with a strong pipeline of industrial and commercial projects is seeking a Design Manager to join their growing team. With an annual turnover in excess of £60m and continued year-on-year growth, this contractor delivers a diverse range of design & build, refurbishment, and new build schemes across the South East.

Sectors include:

Light industrial and warehouse developments

Commercial and design & build projects

Hotel and leisure schemes

Fit-out and refurbishment works

New build residential projects

The Role

The successful candidate will take the lead on a major new build industrial project (circa £20m) located in South West London, working closely with the Project Director and wider delivery team. You’ll be responsible for managing the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, coordinating consultants, subcontractors, and client teams to ensure design intent, buildability, and programme requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the design process across all project stages

Coordinate between internal teams, external consultants, and clients

Ensure design information is delivered to programme and budget

Provide technical input during procurement and construction phases

Support value engineering and ensure compliance with relevant standards

Review drawings, manage design meetings, and maintain documentation

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Design Manager within a main contracting environment

Strong background in industrial, commercial, or mixed-use projects

Good understanding of design & build processes

Excellent communication and coordination skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively

Package:

Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)

Annual performance bonus (minimum 10%)

Travel expenses covered

Pension contribution (3–5%)

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements (office/site/WFH balance)

Location:

Projects primarily located across South West and West London, with future work expected in the surrounding region