Design Manager - Refurbishment

Design Manager Refurbishment Fire Remediation Re-Cladding Higher-Risk Buildings Hertfordshire Up to £80k plus package We are working with a leading contractor who deliver some of the UK''s most complex and safety-critical refurbishment projects to recruit a Design Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping safe, compliant and high-quality buildings. The Design Manager will take full ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery on high-value refurbishment schemes, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). You''ll collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to drive excellence, innovation, and compliance at every stage. Key Duties: Lead the design process from tender to constructionManage consultants, risk appraisals, and design programmesReview Employer''s Requirements and develop Contractor''s ProposalsChair design meetings and lead client workshopsEnsure compliance with the Building Safety Act and statutory requirementsManage design change and technical queriesSupport and mentor Design CoordinatorsDrive BIM and digital best practice What We''re Looking For Experience leading design on refurbishment or complex projectsStrong technical knowledge (RC, steel, timber, masonry)Experience with JCT/NEC contracts and tender processesStrong stakeholder management and organisational skillsDegree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similarExperience in HRBs, fire remediation, or re-cladding is highly desirable. If you ..... full job details .....