Design Manager

Design Manager

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Salary: 65k - 75k Annual car allowance, private healthcare, p GBP

Employment Type: Full Time

Posted by: Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited

Posted Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026

Vacancy Summary

• Job Title: Design Manager
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Essex
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: c 65k- 75k basic plus competitive package with car allowance, private healthcare, pension etc.
• Company & Project: A highly regarded main contractor operating in the Education, Commercial, Defence, Mixed-Use and Science sectors, are seeking to recruit a Design Manager to join their 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 is essential.

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 monitoring the 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 skillset 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.
• 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 Co-ordinator 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 through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

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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 is essential. 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 monitoring the 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 skillset 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.
• 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 Co-ordinator OR Assistant Design & Build Manager.
Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Salary: c 65k- 75k basic plus competitive package with car allowance, private healthcare, pension etc.