Design Manager (Tier 1 Contractor, High-Profile Projects)
Posted on Jun 10, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£60k - £70k Annual
Full-Time
Position Design Manager
Location Reading / West London (Hybrid Available)
Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension)
Contract Permanent, Full Time
The Opportunity
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile and prestigious projects across West London and the Thames Valley, with limited travel required and no overnight stays. These include complex, design-led schemes within secure environments and world-class production facilities, offering a unique opportunity to work on some of the most desirable and technically interesting projects in the UK.
With a secured pipeline and strong commitment to progression, this is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to further develop their career within a leading Tier 1 environment.
The Role
You will lead the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, gaining exposure to high-value, technically complex projects, and working within close-knit, experienced teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the coordination of the design process across live projects
* Manage design programmes, deliverables, and consultant performance
* Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring buildability and compliance
* Act as a key interface between project teams, consultants, and stakeholders
The Candidate
This role is ideal for someone looking to push their career forward within a Tier 1 environment.
You will have:
* 3–5+ years’ experience within Design Management or a similar role
* Exposure to construction projects with a contractor, sub-contractor or consultancy
* Exposure to Commercial (office, retail, etc.) or Framework (DfE, NHS, MoD, MoJ, etc.) environments is desirable but not essential
Qualifications:
* Degree or equivalent in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or similar
* CIAT/RIBA/CIOB pathway desirable
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to work on highly confidential, flagship developments not widely available in the market
* Work on secured, long-term frameworks with consistent project flow
* Strong emphasis on development and progression
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Hybrid/flexible working available
Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity
Location Reading / West London (Hybrid Available)
Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension)
Contract Permanent, Full Time
The Opportunity
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile and prestigious projects across West London and the Thames Valley, with limited travel required and no overnight stays. These include complex, design-led schemes within secure environments and world-class production facilities, offering a unique opportunity to work on some of the most desirable and technically interesting projects in the UK.
With a secured pipeline and strong commitment to progression, this is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to further develop their career within a leading Tier 1 environment.
The Role
You will lead the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, gaining exposure to high-value, technically complex projects, and working within close-knit, experienced teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the coordination of the design process across live projects
* Manage design programmes, deliverables, and consultant performance
* Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring buildability and compliance
* Act as a key interface between project teams, consultants, and stakeholders
The Candidate
This role is ideal for someone looking to push their career forward within a Tier 1 environment.
You will have:
* 3–5+ years’ experience within Design Management or a similar role
* Exposure to construction projects with a contractor, sub-contractor or consultancy
* Exposure to Commercial (office, retail, etc.) or Framework (DfE, NHS, MoD, MoJ, etc.) environments is desirable but not essential
Qualifications:
* Degree or equivalent in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or similar
* CIAT/RIBA/CIOB pathway desirable
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to work on highly confidential, flagship developments not widely available in the market
* Work on secured, long-term frameworks with consistent project flow
* Strong emphasis on development and progression
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Hybrid/flexible working available
Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity
Reference: 225233624
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Design Manager (Tier 1 Contractor, High-Profile Projects)
Posted on Jun 10, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£60k - £70k Annual
Full-Time
Position Design Manager
Location Reading / West London (Hybrid Available)
Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension)
Contract Permanent, Full Time
The Opportunity
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile and prestigious projects across West London and the Thames Valley, with limited travel required and no overnight stays. These include complex, design-led schemes within secure environments and world-class production facilities, offering a unique opportunity to work on some of the most desirable and technically interesting projects in the UK.
With a secured pipeline and strong commitment to progression, this is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to further develop their career within a leading Tier 1 environment.
The Role
You will lead the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, gaining exposure to high-value, technically complex projects, and working within close-knit, experienced teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the coordination of the design process across live projects
* Manage design programmes, deliverables, and consultant performance
* Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring buildability and compliance
* Act as a key interface between project teams, consultants, and stakeholders
The Candidate
This role is ideal for someone looking to push their career forward within a Tier 1 environment.
You will have:
* 3–5+ years’ experience within Design Management or a similar role
* Exposure to construction projects with a contractor, sub-contractor or consultancy
* Exposure to Commercial (office, retail, etc.) or Framework (DfE, NHS, MoD, MoJ, etc.) environments is desirable but not essential
Qualifications:
* Degree or equivalent in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or similar
* CIAT/RIBA/CIOB pathway desirable
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to work on highly confidential, flagship developments not widely available in the market
* Work on secured, long-term frameworks with consistent project flow
* Strong emphasis on development and progression
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Hybrid/flexible working available
Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity
Location Reading / West London (Hybrid Available)
Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension)
Contract Permanent, Full Time
The Opportunity
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile and prestigious projects across West London and the Thames Valley, with limited travel required and no overnight stays. These include complex, design-led schemes within secure environments and world-class production facilities, offering a unique opportunity to work on some of the most desirable and technically interesting projects in the UK.
With a secured pipeline and strong commitment to progression, this is an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager looking to further develop their career within a leading Tier 1 environment.
The Role
You will lead the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, gaining exposure to high-value, technically complex projects, and working within close-knit, experienced teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the coordination of the design process across live projects
* Manage design programmes, deliverables, and consultant performance
* Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring buildability and compliance
* Act as a key interface between project teams, consultants, and stakeholders
The Candidate
This role is ideal for someone looking to push their career forward within a Tier 1 environment.
You will have:
* 3–5+ years’ experience within Design Management or a similar role
* Exposure to construction projects with a contractor, sub-contractor or consultancy
* Exposure to Commercial (office, retail, etc.) or Framework (DfE, NHS, MoD, MoJ, etc.) environments is desirable but not essential
Qualifications:
* Degree or equivalent in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or similar
* CIAT/RIBA/CIOB pathway desirable
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to work on highly confidential, flagship developments not widely available in the market
* Work on secured, long-term frameworks with consistent project flow
* Strong emphasis on development and progression
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Hybrid/flexible working available
Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity
Reference: 225233624
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