Design Manager Role Summary
£55,000 – £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hybrid working – 2 days in office
A thriving owner-operated business with a strong reputation in the education and residential sectors is looking for a dynamic and passionate Design Manager to join their loyal team. With 10 exciting refurbishment projects on the horizon—plus a new-build flagship site breaking ground—this is the perfect opportunity for a Senior Architect ready to take the next step in their career.
The Design Manager Role
You will be joining a hands-on, personable team of 150, working closely with the Business Development Director and Construction Manager. This role will see you leading from the front—coordinating design and structural packages, overseeing bespoke joinery and landscaping elements, and ensuring every repurposed space meets the highest quality standards. A keen eye for detail, especially on refurbishment projects of brick-built properties (6,000–8,000 sqft), is essential.
What You’ll Need
Previous experience on refurbishment projects—education or healthcare sector experience desirable
Comfortable working with AutoCAD
A proactive attitude—ready to ask the right questions and make an impact from day one
Strong technical coordination and an understanding of bespoke fit-outs
A collaborative nature and the confidence to liaise with internal teams and external consultants
What Sets This Company Apart
This is a business that’s scaling fast—but not at the expense of its values. Still firmly rooted as a family business, they invest into their sites and their people. The team is loyal, tight-knit, and genuinely care about the spaces they create for young children and families. If you’re looking to grow in a supportive environment where your input truly matters—this is it.
Key Details
Sector: Children’s nurseries and residential refurbishments
Location: Surrey
Start date: Immediate or as soon as possible
Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office
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Interested in hearing more or ready to apply? Send your CV and portfolio to the HAUS team today – we’d love to hear from you.