Design Manager

March 5, 2026
Urgent

Job Description

Are you a Construction Project Manager looking to Pivot into Design Management? £100million Project Glasgow

About the Role
We are looking for a Design Manager who will take full ownership of the design process on a landmark £100 million project in Glasgow. This role is about accountability-ensuring that every design decision aligns with project objectives, deadlines, and quality standards. You will be the driving force behind design delivery, leading coordination and problem-solving across all disciplines.
Key Responsibilities

  • Own the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all design outputs.
  • Act as the single point of accountability for design coordination, approvals, and issue resolution.
  • Proactively manage design risks, dependencies, and interfaces to avoid delays or cost overruns.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement, ensuring clarity and commitment to design requirements.
  • Champion value engineering and innovation while maintaining compliance with regulations and standards.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Background: Strong foundation in Project Management or Engineering, with proven experience in design leadership.
  • Experience: Minimum 5+ years managing design on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.

Skills:

  • Exceptional leadership and decision-making ability.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills to hold teams accountable.
  • Expertise in design management tools and processes.

What’s in it for you?

  • Be the key driver of design success on one of Glasgow’s most significant projects. This project is a £100million project in the middle of Glasgow
  • Work in a collaborative environment where accountability and performance are valued.
  • Highly attractive salary and benefits package

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