Design ManagerSouth OxfordPermanent | Full-time£45,000 – £60,000
We are recruiting for an experienced Design Manager to join a specialist manufacturing business delivering technically demanding, high-value projects.
This is a hands-on role suited to somebody who combines strong CAD and technical design capability with experience managing projects through from architectural/client requirements into accurate, production-ready designs.
You will take ownership of the design process across multiple live projects, working closely with clients, architects, commercial teams and production to ensure designs are accurate, practical and commercially viable.
As Design Manager, you will:Produce and oversee detailed technical drawings and design packages using AutoCAD, Rhino, EasyStone or similar 2D/3D CAD softwareInterpret architectural drawings, specifications and client requirementsDevelop concepts and drawings into accurate, production-ready designsManage design activity across multiple concurrent projectsEnsure designs are practical and achievable within manufacturing and site constraintsLiaise directly with clients, architects, quantity surveyors, production and site teamsResolve technical and design queries throughout the project lifecycleCheck and approve drawings before release to productionSupport estimating and pre-construction teams with technical input
The ideal Design Manager will haveStrong experience using AutoCAD, Rhino, EasyStone or similar CAD/design softwareExperience producing detailed drawings for manufacture, fabrication, construction or installationExperience working with natural stone, masonry, architectural products, natural materials or a closely related specialist manufacturing environmentExperience handling technically detailed, high-value projectsThe ability to interpret architectural drawings and specificationsExperience dealing directly with clients, architects and other project stakeholdersThe ability to manage several projects and deadlines simultaneously
If you’re looking for a Design Lead role where you’ll be involved in interesting projects, please apply now to find out more information.
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