Design Manager Job at Randstad (Newcastle upon Tyne)

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Design Manager

For nearly three decades, our client has cemented its reputation as a powerhouse...

Location

Australia , Brisbane

Salary:

165000.00 - 210000.00 AUD / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 04, 2026

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience working directly within a design management capacity for a recognised and well-regarded Australian Head Contractor within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 commercial construction environment
A demonstrated history of successfully managing the end-to-end design process on complex commercial, residential, or institutional projects valued at $50M+
High proficiency in managing construction documentation and utilising modern project management software is required
A comprehensive understanding of Australian construction processes, building regulations, and safety standards, combined with a strong commitment to quality and environmental sustainability
Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes priorities and navigate a fast-paced environment
A consistent, stable employment history showcasing loyalty and the successful delivery of major projects from inception through to handover
Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management/Engineering, or an equivalent structural trade background

Job Responsibility

Lead the design process
Manage multidisciplinary teams
Ensure project designs are build-able, compliant, and aligned with a project's technical and commercial objectives

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
$165k - $210k + Superannuation
Opportunity to work on one of the most prestigious and high-value projects in the market
Career development and progression
Supportive and dynamic team culture
Outstanding career progression opportunity

Fulltime

Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the Pre-Construction Lea...

Location

United Kingdom , Rainham

Salary:

Not provided

Morson Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Design management and coordination
Tender stage support and contract compliance
Specialist subcontractor procurement strategy
Project Stage Design Programme development and monitoring
Common Data Environment (CDE) management
Design Management Plan (DMP) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP) production and compliance
Design risk assessment and HSE/CDM knowledge
Commercial and technical review of subcontract tenders
Planning Conditions and Building Regulation approvals
Design quality monitoring and defect management

Job Responsibility

Support the Pre-Construction Lead and Senior Design Manager in delivering tender stage responsibilities and managing design coordination throughout the project lifecycle
Review project information to ensure all parties understand their contractual obligations
Agree specialist subcontractor procurement strategies with the site team
Produce and monitor the Project Stage Design Programme and associated deliverables
Manage the Common Data Environment (CDE) including file structures, workflows, and security rights
Chair design coordination workshops
Produce project-specific Design Management Plans (DMP) and BIM Execution Plans (BEP)
Ensure compliance with these documents
Verify that all design documentation is compliant, coordinated, affordable, and buildable
Manage the submission and approval of design data

Fulltime

Design Manager

Freelance Design Manager (Enabling Works & Surveys) Rate: Competitive Day Rate ...

Location

United Kingdom , Liverpool

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

June 24, 2026

Requirements

You are an established freelance Design Manager with plenty of major UK civils or infrastructure experience
You have specifically managed enabling works designs before
You understand how to interpret survey data and know your way around estimating and Target Cost development (if you know NEC contracts inside out, that's a massive bonus)
You are organized enough to drive things forward independently on your 3 remote days, and ready to collaborate face-to-face during your 2 days in Liverpool

Job Responsibility

Managing the design for all the critical prep work (utility diversions, temporary works, site clearance, and access roads)
Overseeing and coordinating all the essential site surveys (geotechnical, topo, utilities) and making sure that data is successfully baked into the designs
Working closely alongside our commercial and pricing teams to help build, refine, and lock down a realistic Target Cost for the works
Keeping the Technical Lead in the loop, managing design risks, and solving engineering headaches before they ever hit the site

What we offer

Competitive Day Rate
Long-term contract

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Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead design coordination and man...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in design management within construction, industrial, or facility projects
Proven experience coordinating across engineering firms, developers, and stakeholders
Strong experience with project scheduling and design package review
Deep knowledge of QA/QC processes and design coordination
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Job Responsibility

Lead oversight of design deliverables, submissions, and revisions across projects
Coordinate between engineering firms, developers, and internal stakeholders
Ensure alignment across disciplines, identifying and resolving coordination gaps
Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages and technical documentation
Establish and enforce design standards and best practices
Maintain design change logs and assess downstream impacts
Track design schedules, milestones, and deliverables
Support large-scale program execution with strong scheduling discipline
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines
Maintain detailed documentation of design changes and revisions

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Design Manager

We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a Design M...

Location

United Kingdom , Reading

Salary:

75000.00 - 87000.00 GBP / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

June 18, 2026

Requirements

have worked for a tier 1 or larger regional contractor on schemes above £10 million
experience of both D&B projects and framework negotiations
able to demonstrate excellent work practices, attention to detail, organisational skills
ability to identify opportunities and potential issues

Job Responsibility

early involvement at tender and bid stage
working with estimating and commercial teams to carry out detailed and forensic investigation into the scheme
working on key packages to explore and identify both opportunities and potential issues with critical pathways
carry out value engineering exercises where needed
creating detailed input for tender and bid packages
responsible for information flow between client, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams
taking the lead on framework schemes
taking the scheme from tender, bid, full detailed 2nd stage works, contract award and onto site for construction phase
management and implementation of design on site with project manager and site delivery teams and subcontractors
managing RFIs, change process, CDM regulations through to handover and commissioning

What we offer

Work from Home
Pension
Healthcare
Hybrid Working available

Fulltime

Design Manager

Randstad CPE is currently recruiting for a Freelance Design manager for the a ra...

Location

United Kingdom , Stratford

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Managed design of Civils, rail stations or Major Building infrastructure works
Be able to chair meetings, manage coordination meetings and deliver designs from Concept stage all the way to a detailed design

Job Responsibility

Provide design management support for the Civils and Build works from ECI/inception to final commissioning/financial settlement
Coordinate and manage the design consultants appointed for the project
Preparation of the project brief
Consultant selection and appointment
Value management & Engineering
Management of the Design Development
Managing of the Contractor Design Process
Prepare Design Execution Plan
Establish and monitor appropriate project operating procedures and systems, specifically ensuring the Design Management Plan is being followed and adhered to
Establish project design programme and ensure it is kept up to date

Fulltime

Design Manager

Equans Data Centers are seeking to appoint a Design Manager, to support our grow...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

Equans

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working with a main contractor or large subcontractor
Background in Electrical/Mechanical or Construction design
In-depth knowledge of the design and construction process
Knowledge and skills to effectively problem solve with the ability to effectively manage risk
Be self-motivated, with proven organisational ability and the drive to meet deadlines
Customer focused with the ability to communicate effectively with clients
Attention to Health and Safety matters
Commercially astute
Experience in the data centres sector is desirable

Job Responsibility

Take full responsibility for the design coordination within the project
Liaise with the client to establish information flow and platforms to be utilised
Work with the programmers to establish timelines and take responsibility for the production and control of the design programme and report against it
Manage the uploading of the design information in a timely manner
Monitor the Design management tools to ensure all information is available and is in the correct location
Organise, control and manage the design team meeting with the client and their teams
Identify and manage risk from drawings, specifications, programme and procurement
Identify problems and offer solutions
Assist in ensuring that work is carried out in full conformance with quality, environmental and safety standards

What we offer

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary
Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Fulltime

Design Manager

Midgard Design Services are placed within the JRL Group; a highly successful, pr...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

JRL Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Manage the Design Team, the design development and design review process
Manage and monitor design delivery against agreed deliverable dates, and report to SDM on performance issues
Be responsible for developing the design programme with consultants and planner for bids or projects
Produce agree and manage, with all relevant parties, a realistic design programme and information required schedule to satisfy design, procurement and construction requirements
Manage the design on site with where appropriate the assistance of other site based resource implementing the design management procedures to ensure the timely production of information
Ensure that all design deliverables are reviewed to establish they are within budget, are fully coordinated and are buildable
Where nominated control design change process management
Provide guidance to the project team on design related issues
Identify design requirements for the bid from the clients brief
Develop and compile the design proposals for inclusion within the contractors documentation

Job Responsibility

Manage the Design Team, the design development and design review process
Manage and monitor design delivery against agreed deliverable dates, and report to SDM on performance issues
Be responsible for developing the design programme with consultants and planner for bids or projects
Produce agree and manage, with all relevant parties, a realistic design programme and information required schedule to satisfy design, procurement and construction requirements
Manage the design on site with where appropriate the assistance of other site based resource implementing the design management procedures to ensure the timely production of information
Ensure that all design deliverables are reviewed to establish they are within budget, are fully coordinated and are buildable
Where nominated control design change process management
Provide guidance to the project team on design related issues
Identify design requirements for the bid from the clients brief
Develop and compile the design proposals for inclusion within the contractors documentation

What we offer

Company Pension Scheme
Private Healthcare
Opportunity for progression within the business
An opportunity to work on some of the nation’s most exciting Construction projects
Dedicated Training & Development Department
A stimulating & dynamic environment
Team bonding events
Sporting Events – perfect for the keen cyclist/runner

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