Design Manager

Ivy Resource Group are working with a well-established contractor to recruit an experienced Design Manager for a permanent role based in Wolverhampton, overseeing the design process on a range of commercial projects including schools, hospitals, colleges, universities and leisure centres.

The company:

Our client is a leading regional contractor and family-owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 30 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Residential and Retail.

The Role:

Leading and managing the design process from concept to delivery

Coordinating architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure design compliance and quality

Ensuring designs meet programme, budget, and client requirements

Collaborating with project teams to resolve design challenges

Maintaining documentation, approvals, and design reporting

The Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience as a Design Manager on commercial projects

Strong track record in schools, healthcare, MOD, or leisure sectors

Experience within Tier 1 contracting environments is highly desirable

Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills

Stable career history demonstrating long-term commitment

Salary & Package:

Up to £65,000 per annum + £5500 car allowance

Competitive benefits package

Opportunity to work on high-profile, high-value projects

27 days (+BHs) annual leave, Car Leasing scheme via salary sacrifice, Death in Service (4x), Cycle to Work, Cash Plan (claim back), Pension 3% Ee / 5% Er

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a member of our team will respond to you.

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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