Design Manager – Cornwall

Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance
Hybrid Working Available | Commercial Design & Build Experience Required

Are you an experienced Design Manager ready to take the lead on high-profile commercial Design & Build projects? Our client, a respected contractor operating across Cornwall, is seeking a driven and knowledgeable professional to oversee and coordinate the full design process from tender through to handover.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where collaboration, quality, and technical excellence are at the heart of every project.

Key Responsibilities

As Design Manager, you will:

• Manage the full design process from tender stage to project handover, ensuring timely and accurate information release.
• Coordinate external consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop compliant, buildable design solutions.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for accuracy, compliance, and potential risks.
• Lead regular design meetings, track actions, and manage the design programme.
• Identify design risks, propose practical solutions, and ensure all CDM responsibilities are met.

About You

You will need:

• Proven experience as a Design Manager within a commercial Design & Build environment.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Solid technical understanding across key disciplines (architecture, MEP, civils, structural).
• Excellent ability to review and challenge design information.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.

What’s on Offer

• £65,000 – £70,000 salary
• Car allowance
• Hybrid working options
• Opportunity to work on major commercial projects in Cornwall
• Join a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high-quality results

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.