Design Manager

A leading structural steel contractor is seeking a permanent Design Manager to take operational leadership of dedicated design teams, ensuring all structural steelwork packages are designed, detailed, and coordinated in accordance with project programmes and quality standards.

Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 per annum (DOE)
Locations: Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Durham, Scarborough, Dorset, or West Yorkshire
Working Arrangement: Office-based / Hybrid (with remote options considered depending on proximity to office hubs)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage design teams across multiple structural steel projects. Oversee the production of accurate 3D models, GA drawings, and fabrication information. Coordinate design output between engineers, detailers, connection designers, and external consultants. Ensure all designs comply with relevant Eurocodes, British Standards, and client specifications. Manage design programmes, resources, and deliverables to meet strict project deadlines. Review and approve design outputs for accuracy, buildability, and compliance. Act as the primary technical interface between client, engineering, fabrication, and site teams. Drive design efficiency, value engineering, and constructability improvements.

Requirements:

Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Design Lead role specifically within structural steel or heavy construction. Strong technical understanding of structural steelwork, detailing, and workshop fabrication processes. Proven experience managing Tekla-based design/detailing teams. Deep knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards. Proven ability to manage multiple complex design packages simultaneously.

Benefits Package:

Paid overtime opportunities (where applicable). Company pension scheme & comprehensive healthcare package. Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking at selected locations. Cycle to Work scheme. Ongoing professional training and development. Regular team-building events, awards ceremonies, and employee reward schemes. Clear progression path into senior / pre-construction leadership roles.

If you are interested, please submit your CV for consideration.