Design Manager

Reference: JM02_
Posted: October 13, 2025

An established housebuilder is seeking a Design Manager to join their growing team, delivering beautifully designed residential developments ranging from 30 to 500 homes. This is a great opportunity for a passionate, detail-focused individual to lead design work from feasibility through planning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site feasibilities and develop high-quality design proposals
• Collaborate with Land, Planning, Technical and Commercial teams
• Produce bespoke elevations using standard house types and local context
• Coordinate with consultants and manage stakeholder presentations
• Prepare material schedules and ensure smooth handovers to Technical

Requirements

• 4+ years' experience in residential design (housebuilding preferred)
• RIBA Part 2 or equivalent architectural qualification
• Strong knowledge of UK design guidance, regs and planning process
• Skilled in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Suite
• Organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing design stages independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Car allowance / EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Pension + death in service