Design Manager in Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Design Manager – Major Construction Project
Cardiff
Competitive Salary + Package + Bonus
Tier 1 Main Contractor | £50M Project | Permanent Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a leading main contractor delivering a landmark £50 million construction project in Cardiff.
This is a high-profile role for a talented construction professional with a strong background in managing design processes on large-scale commercial, residential, mixed-use, healthcare, education, or industrial projects.
You will play a key role in leading and coordinating all design functions from pre-construction through to project completion, ensuring technical excellence, programme compliance, and successful project delivery.

The Role
As Design Manager, you will be responsible for:
·Leading the design management process on a major £50m construction scheme
·Managing consultant teams, subcontractors, and stakeholder coordination
·Reviewing and coordinating architectural, structural, and MEP design information
·Ensuring designs are compliant with building regulations, planning conditions, and client requirements
·Driving design programme delivery in line with construction milestones
·Identifying and mitigating design risks and technical challenges
·Chairing design team meetings and reporting progress to senior leadership
·Supporting commercial and operational teams throughout the project lifecycle
·Maintaining quality, buildability, sustainability, and health & safety standards
Requirements

To be considered for this Design Manager position, you should have:
·Proven experience as a Design Manager within the construction industry
·Background working for a main contractor on large-scale construction projects
·Experience managing projects valued at £20m+ ideally
·Strong technical construction knowledge across building design and delivery
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
·Ability to manage multiple design packages and project deadlines
·Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline
·Strong understanding of UK building regulations and construction processes

What’s On Offer
·Opportunity to work on a flagship Cardiff construction project
·Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
·Long-term career progression with a leading contractor
·Collaborative and supportive project environment
·Exposure to high-value, technically complex developments