Development Design Manager

The Design Manager will lead the coordination, development, and delivery of design information across major residential and mixed-use schemes. Working closely with internal development teams, external consultants, and contractors, you will ensure that all designs meet quality, programme, budget, and regulatory targets from pre-planning through to handover., Design Leadership

• Lead and manage the design process from concept and planning stages through detailed design, construction, and completion.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams including architects, structural and M&E engineers, and specialist consultants.
• Develop and maintain the design programme, ensuring timely delivery of information aligned with project milestones.

Technical & Quality Management

• Review and critique design documents to ensure buildability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all designscomply withcurrent building regulations, planning conditions, and industry standards (including fire and safety).
• Support value engineering while safeguarding quality and design intent.

Project Coordination

• Work closely with development managers, project managers, and with in-house construction team and partners (Domis) to address design issues promptly.
• Lead technical workshops, design reviews, and coordination meetings.
• Manage RFI processes, change control, and design risk registers.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with planning authorities, statutory bodies, and external consultants throughout the design and delivery process.
• Communicate design decisions clearly to contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Construction Support

• Provide ongoing design support during construction phases, resolving technical issues and ensuring smooth delivery.
• Monitor the quality of architectural and engineering outputs on-site.

Do you have experience in Revit?, This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced developer environment and wants to contribute to high-profile city-centre projects., * Proven experience as a Design Manager or Architect delivering large-scale residential or mixed-use developments.

• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, fire compliance, construction sequencing, and technical detailing.
• Demonstrable experience coordinating consultants across all RIBA stages.
• Excellent organisational, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously within a developer environment.

Desirable

• Experience working with design-and-build contractors or developer/contractor hybrid structures.
• Knowledge of MMC (Modern Methods of Construction), high-rise design, and complex city-centre logistics.
• Familiarity with Revit/BIM processes., * Proactive, solution-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance design quality and cost considerations.
• Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge and guide consultants constructively.
• Enthusiasm for shaping high-quality, sustainable places.

• Opportunity to work on some of Manchester's most prominent developments.
• A hands-on, entrepreneurial environment with real influence over design outcomes.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth within a rapidly expanding developer.