Design Manager

March 22, 2019 | Comments Off on Design Manager


Design Manager - timber frame
West of Scotland
Salary £competitive, depending on experience
Full time, permanent

Good range of projects - self-build to large National Housebuilders | Great location for golfers | Work on your own projects as well as supervise your team | Competitive salary | Established company, part of a secure Group of companies

Design Manager required to lead a small team of Designers (ranging from Trainees to highly-experienced Designers and Technicians) working for a well-established Timber Frame Manufacturer, taking responsibility for all design aspects of the projects:

  • Budgets
  • Risk management
  • Coordinating design information
  • Liaising with external Consultants and Suppliers as well as Site teams during the installation/construction phase
  • Ensuring compliance with Planning, NHBC, Building Control etc


Do you have:

  • Proven timber frame design experience
  • Excellent attention to detail and a desire to produce quality work
  • Good working knowledge of Scottish Building Regulations, Building Standards, NHBC standards and CDM Regulations
  • Experience in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, and any industry design software experience would also be of interest although not essential
  • Ability to lead and motivate your team


Working for this company you will be part of a long established organisation, part of a secure Group, and with many of your colleagues enjoying a long service record. They have recently increased the capacity of the factory. You will be working in a modern office (built in 2008 with lots of natural light. The working environment combines a relaxed atmosphere with a professional approach, where everyone is aware of their role, responsibilities and project targets and timescales.

If you enjoy a game of golf or are looking to start playing, this must be one of the best places in the world to live, as you will be spoilt for choice on golf courses in this area.

You will be invited to take part in the company pension scheme and enjoy 29 days' holiday per year (including Bank Holidays). You may also find it useful to take advantage of their relatively flexible working hours.

Please apply today or call Sue Eustace on 0117 959 2008 for further information. All calls will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Key skills: Design Manager, Design Office Manager, timber frame, timber kit