Design Manager
A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd
Hitchin · posted 1 August 2026
Job type
contract
Location
Hitchin, England
Design Manager
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Main Contractor
Design & Build | Strong Site-Delivery Focus Salary:
£60,000£70,000 + £6,000 car allowance Benefits:
£6,000 car allowance
Fuel card + mileage
25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
Additional holiday at 5, 7 and 10 years (up to 28 days)
Enhanced pension
Private medical cover
Fully funded professional memberships and training
Annual health checks and flu jabs
Eye tests and glasses for screen users
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Regular pay reviews
Hybrid working pattern
Modern working environment with long-term progression
Location:
Hitchin, Hertfordshire Overview
A regional Main Contractor near Hitchin is looking to appoint a Design Manager to strengthen their delivery team. The business delivers a balanced mix of education, healthcare and commercial projects, split evenly between new-build and refurbishment, typically valued between £5m£15m. Youll usually support 23 live projects at once, working closely with site teams to maintain information flow and resolve technical challenges quickly. The company is known for its technical capability, collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships. With steady growth across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding counties, they offer long-term stability, modern working practices and clear progression. Role Overview
Design Manager (Site-Focused)
This role suits someone who enjoys being embedded in live projects, supporting site teams and ensuring design information is coordinated, buildable and delivered on time. Youll work across pre-construction and delivery, with a strong emphasis on site-based technical coordination and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process on Design & Build projects
Coordinate drawings and technical information between architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors
Attend site regularly to resolve design queries and technical issues
Oversee buildability reviews and technical checks
Track design deliverables against programme requirements
Ensure timely approvals and information flow to site
Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial and project teams
Working Pattern
1 day from home
12 days in the office
2 days on site (typical)
Hours: 8.30am
5.00pm (1-hour lunch)
Ideal Candidate
Experience as a Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator, Architect or similar
Strong understanding of construction drawings, detailing and design processes
Confident managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Enjoys being on site and solving real-time technical challenges
Suitable backgrounds include Architecture, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, M&E Engineering, Consultancy, Main Contractor and Design & Build
How to Apply
To apply for this Design Manager role, please submit your application through Totaljobs and a member of the ADS team will be in touch.
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Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Main Contractor
Design & Build | Strong Site-Delivery Focus Salary:
£60,000£70,000 + £6,000 car allowance Benefits:
£6,000 car allowance
Fuel card + mileage
25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
Additional holiday at 5, 7 and 10 years (up to 28 days)
Enhanced pension
Private medical cover
Fully funded professional memberships and training
Annual health checks and flu jabs
Eye tests and glasses for screen users
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Regular pay reviews
Hybrid working pattern
Modern working environment with long-term progression
Location:
Hitchin, Hertfordshire Overview
A regional Main Contractor near Hitchin is looking to appoint a Design Manager to strengthen their delivery team. The business delivers a balanced mix of education, healthcare and commercial projects, split evenly between new-build and refurbishment, typically valued between £5m£15m. Youll usually support 23 live projects at once, working closely with site teams to maintain information flow and resolve technical challenges quickly. The company is known for its technical capability, collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships. With steady growth across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding counties, they offer long-term stability, modern working practices and clear progression. Role Overview
Design Manager (Site-Focused)
This role suits someone who enjoys being embedded in live projects, supporting site teams and ensuring design information is coordinated, buildable and delivered on time. Youll work across pre-construction and delivery, with a strong emphasis on site-based technical coordination and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process on Design & Build projects
Coordinate drawings and technical information between architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors
Attend site regularly to resolve design queries and technical issues
Oversee buildability reviews and technical checks
Track design deliverables against programme requirements
Ensure timely approvals and information flow to site
Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial and project teams
Working Pattern
1 day from home
12 days in the office
2 days on site (typical)
Hours: 8.30am
5.00pm (1-hour lunch)
Ideal Candidate
Experience as a Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator, Architect or similar
Strong understanding of construction drawings, detailing and design processes
Confident managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Enjoys being on site and solving real-time technical challenges
Suitable backgrounds include Architecture, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, M&E Engineering, Consultancy, Main Contractor and Design & Build
How to Apply
To apply for this Design Manager role, please submit your application through Totaljobs and a member of the ADS team will be in touch.
TPBN1_UKTJ