Design Manager

Design Manager

APPLES TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Date Posted: 13/08/2026

Employment Type: Full time Construction

Job Description

Vacancy Summary

• Job Title: Design Manager
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Ref:
• Location: Suffolk
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: c 70k- 80k basic plus competitive package with car allowance, private healthcare, pension, etc.

Company & Project

A main contractor with a track record of over 20 years working in the Suffolk market is currently expanding its Design team with a Design Manager to join the business working across the full project lifecycle.

The Design Manager will be joining the business to work on projects predominantly in the Education sector and initially within pre-construction stages; therefore, previous experience with PCSAs would be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management, predominantly at early feasibility and procurement stages, but also with involvement in monitoring on-site design coordination and managing external consultants.

A process-driven individual with practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail is an essential skill set for this role.

Previous experience working on projects secured through frameworks would be advantageous.

Desirable Experience

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• 5+ years' experience working for a main contractor OR architectural practice OR multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Knowledge of construction methodology and Design & Build contracts would be advantageous.
• Education sector project experience.

Previous Roles

Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Coordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Design Manager position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV, where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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About APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED

Company Profile

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The Design Manager will be joining the business to work on projects predominantly in the Education sector and initially within pre-construction stages; therefore, previous experience with PCSAs would be advantageous. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management, predominantly at early feasibility and procurement stages, but also with involvement in monitoring on-site design coordination and managing external consultants. A process-driven individual with practical construction knowledge and a keen eye for detail is an essential skill set for this role. Previous experience working on projects secured through frameworks would be advantageous. Desirable Experience:

• Experience as a Design Manager from early planning stages through to project completion.
• 5+ years' experience working for a main contractor OR architectural practice OR multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Knowledge of construction methodology and Design & Build contracts would be advantageous.
• Education sector project experience.
Previous Roles: Technical Manager OR Assistant Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Design Coordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager. Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Salary: c 70k- 80k basic plus competitive package with car allowance, private healthcare, pension, etc.