Design Manager – Bristol

About the role

We are seeking a Design Manager to lead the design and technical delivery of a flagship £120m+ manufacturing and technology facility in Bristol. This permanent, full‑time position offers the chance to work on a high‑visibility, multi‑disciplinary project within a Tier 1 contractor that has a strong pipeline of work across the South West.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design across structural, architectural and MEP packages.
• Manage the design process from pre‑construction through to delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants and specialist subcontractors.
• Ensure design information is accurate, compliant and fully coordinated.
• Drive value‑engineering, risk‑management and buildability reviews.
• Support tender, pre‑construction activities and on‑site technical resolution.
• Chair design workshops and coordination meetings.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager within a main contractor.
• Track record delivering complex, high‑value projects (£50m+).
• Strong technical understanding of structures, building envelope and MEP coordination.
• Experience managing multiple design packages and consultant teams.
• Excellent communication, coordination and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in regulated or technically complex environments is advantageous.

Required skills

• Structural design
• Building envelope design
• MEP coordination

What we offer

• Salary £67,000‑£75,000 plus car allowance, pension and enhanced benefits.
• Hybrid working – 4 days on‑site, 1 day remote.
• Opportunity to work on a landmark £120m+ project.
• Long‑term pipeline of secured regional work across the South West.
• Clear progression within a well‑established Tier 1 contractor.
• Collaborative, quality‑focused business environment.