Job type
PermanentLocation
DublinWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
€80,000 - €90,000
Construction Design Manager – Main Contractor – Dublin Based
Your new company
You will be joining a progressive and well‑respected construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, industrial, and mixed‑use sectors. The organisation operates with a strong focus on innovation, buildability, and efficient project delivery, where design plays a critical role in ensuring successful outcomes.
With a growing pipeline of complex developments, the company places significant emphasis on early design coordination, technical excellence, and strong collaboration between design, commercial, and delivery teams. This is an environment where forward-thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail are highly valued, and where experienced professionals are empowered to take ownership and drive performance.
Your new role
As Design Manager, you will take full responsibility for managing and coordinating the design process from pre‑construction through to project completion. You will act as the central interface between design consultants, client stakeholders, and internal project teams, ensuring that all design deliverables are fully coordinated, compliant, and aligned with project objectives.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing the design programme and ensuring timely delivery of all design packages in line with construction schedules.
- Coordinating architectural, structural, and MEP design teams to ensure full integration across all disciplines.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical submissions to ensure accuracy, buildability, and compliance.
- Leading design coordination meetings and workshops, ensuring clear communication between all stakeholders.
- Identifying design risks, clashes, and potential issues early in the process and driving solutions through to resolution.
- Working closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure alignment between design, cost, and programme.
- Managing design change processes, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and cost control.
- Supporting procurement teams by ensuring design information is complete and suitable for tendering and subcontractor engagement.
- Ensuring compliance with building regulations, codes, standards, and client requirements.
- Overseeing design deliverables required for construction, commissioning, and handover, including as‑built documentation.
- Supporting the implementation of digital design tools, including BIM coordination and model reviews.
- Driving continuous improvement in design management processes and standards across projects.
What you’ll need to succeed
- A degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience as a Design Manager, Technical Manager, or similar role within the construction industry.
- Strong background in managing multidisciplinary design teams on medium to large‑scale projects.
- Excellent understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and buildability requirements.
- Strong knowledge of building regulations, technical standards, and compliance requirements.
- Experience coordinating complex design interfaces between architectural, structural and MEP elements.
- Familiarity with BIM processes and digital design coordination tools.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead meetings and drive outcomes.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
What you’ll get in return
- The opportunity to work on high‑profile, technically challenging construction projects.
- A collaborative, forward‑thinking work environment focused on innovation and quality.
- Strong career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Exposure to modern construction technologies, digital delivery methods, and BIM workflows.
- The opportunity to play a key role in shaping project delivery from a design perspective.
What you need to do now
If you are an experienced design professional looking to take ownership of the design function on complex construction projects, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within a dynamic and high‑performing environment.
If this is of interest, please click 'apply now' or forward your CV to ryan.maher@hays.com .
If this role is not for you, please get in contact and we can speak about other construction-related opportunities.
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