Design Manager

Design Manager

• Location: Reading
• Project Type: MOD Framework – New Build & Refurbishment
• Duration: Temporary to Permanent
• Rate: Up to £450 per day DOE

We are working with a leading Main Contractor delivering a long-term MOD framework in Reading, offering a secure pipeline of work for a minimum of 3 years, with potential for further extension. The project comprises a combination of new build and refurbishment schemes, forming part of a wider defence infrastructure programme. The new build elements will include a variety of structures such as office buildings, training facilities, storage units, and ancillary buildings, constructed using a mix of steel frame and reinforced concrete (RC) frame construction methods. Refurbishment works will involve upgrades to existing MOD facilities, including internal reconfigurations, M&E enhancements, and fabric repairs within live operational environments.

Security Clearance Required

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to undergo security vetting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the design process from pre-construction through to project delivery
• Coordinating internal and external design consultants, architects, and specialist subcontractors
• Ensuring design outputs meet project specifications, programme milestones, and technical requirements
• Managing design approvals and facilitating design reviews with client and stakeholder teams
• Identifying and mitigating design risks early in the process
• Supporting value engineering and buildability reviews in collaboration with delivery teams
• Ensuring full compliance with MOD standards, regulations, and security requirements

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Design Manager on major construction projects, preferably within MOD or government frameworks
• Strong technical understanding of both new build (steel/RC frame) and refurbishment works
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and interface with various disciplines
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proficiency in relevant design and document management software
• Eligibility for security clearance is essential

What’s on Offer:

• Long-term career opportunity on a secure MOD framework
• Transition from temporary to permanent employment with a well-established contractor
• Exposure to complex and high-profile infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and forward-thinking project environment

To apply for this role please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Falcon Green directly.