Construction Design Manager

TCi Construction WORKS is a commercial new-build, fit-out, and refurbishment contractor operating across the South of England, with extensive experience in specialist industrial environments. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Design Manager to join our team, supporting the delivery of a key project in Bridgwater.

Roles & Responsibilities Lead and manage the design process from concept through to construction. Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and client design teams. Develop and manage the design programme, ensuring deadlines are achieved.

Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for accuracy and buildability. Ensure compliance with planning conditions, Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and client requirements. Identify and manage design risks, resolving technical issues proactively.

Chair design coordination meetings and maintain design action trackers. Manage design changes and control document revisions. Review subcontractor design packages and ensure integration with the overall design. Support procurement by defining technical requirements and reviewing supplier proposals.

Ensure designs align with project budgets and value engineering objectives. Coordinate approvals, permits, warranties, and statutory submissions. Liaise with site teams to ensure designs can be safely and efficiently constructed.

Monitor design progress and report key risks, delays, and opportunities to project management. Ensure lessons learned and design quality standards are implemented. Requirements Degree or HND in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Ideally professionally qualified/Chartered or with relevant and demonstrable SKEB to undertake this demanding role. Extensive experience in site-based design management, design delivery, or design compliance roles working for a specialist or main contractor.

Experience on highly regulated, high-integrity projects (e.g., nuclear, defence, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, or major infrastructure) where strict change control is mandatory. Strong background in internal architectural fit-out packages (drylining, firestopping, specialist doors, penetration sealing, cleanroom/controlled finishes) combined with high MEP coordination literacy.

Assertive approach to configuration and design control; comfortable enforcing processes and managing programme and sequencing impac...

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