Design manager Work, Jobs in Knaphill, Sry (with Salaries)

Design & Contracts Manager
Sapphire Balconies LTD —Reading
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Free parking
- Work from home
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12d
Data Centre Design Manager
Salute Inc. —Gatwick Airport
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CAD
- Engineering
- Travel
- Annual leave
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Senior Design Manager
Kier Group —London
- Weekend availability
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
Chief Design Engineer
Hewland Engineering —Maidenhead
- £65,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- CAD
- Free parking
- Flexitime
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Principal Design Manager
Costain —Camberley
- Full-time
- Management
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Commercial Design Project Manager
Guncast Swimming Pools Ltd —Petworth
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- CAD
- IT
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4d
Procurement Manager - Interior Design
Firmdale Hotels - Design Team —London
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Project management
- Organisational skills
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12d
Design Manager
Size Group Limited —Beaconsfield
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Annual leave
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11d
Design Manager
Glanua —Reading
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Civil engineering
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Project Manager ( Design)
UNii Engineering Consultancy —London
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Project management
- Organisational skills
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Senior Design Manager
Gallifordtry —Guildford
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
HEAD OF MARKETING & PR
Wellington Estates —Stratfield Saye
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Signage Project Manager/Estimator
Signseen Sign Services Ltd —Guildford
- From £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- IT
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Global Design Manager
Haleon —Weybridge
- Full-time
- Project management
- No degree
- Leadership
1d
Marketing & Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)
Oakleaf Enterprise —Guildford
- £26,604.90 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Social media management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Sick pay
Quick apply
10d
Marketing and Communications Manager (maternity cover)
Newland House School —Twickenham
- £21,600 - £24,300 a year
- Part-time
- Social media management
- Working with children
- In-person
- Sick pay
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5d
Senior Brand Manager
Allianz —Guildford
- £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Financial services
- Employee discount
3d
Instructional Design Lead
easyJet —London / Gatwick Airport
- Full-time
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
11d
Design Manager
Size Group —Beaconsfield
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Annual leave
11d
Warehouse Solution Design Manager
Gist Limited —Basingstoke
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme

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Design & Contracts Manager

Sapphire Balconies LTD -
Reading

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
12 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company car
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Work from home
Private medical insurance
Car scheme
Sick pay

Qualifications

AutoCAD
Contract management
Driving Licence
Microsoft Office
Project management
Contracts
Construction
Communication skills

Full job description

At Sapphire Balconies, we’re a fast-paced, forward-thinking team that delivers high-quality, innovative building solutions. We believe work should be purposeful and supportive. Our team lives by these 5 values:

Deliver – We do what we say we’ll do
Initiative – We encourage everyone to use their initiative
Appreciation – We show appreciation for both performance and commitment
Learn – We stop to learn lessons and have the courage to change
Support – We support others to avoid blame

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Design & Contracts Manager to lead the technical development and successful delivery of specialist balcony projects.

This is a key position within the business, combining design leadership, project management, client liaison, and contract delivery. You will oversee projects from initial concept and design development through manufacture, installation, and final handover.

The successful candidate will have a strong technical background and be comfortable working with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to develop practical, compliant, and commercially successful design solutions.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of projects from design through to completion, ensuring that technical excellence, customer satisfaction, and commercial objectives are achieved.

You will play a leading role in:

Design coordination and development.
Value engineering and technical problem solving.
Project and contract management.
Customer relationship management.
Quality assurance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership

Manage and coordinate the design and delivery requirements of construction projects.
Review architectural drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.
Lead design development to ensure practical, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.
Identify opportunities for value engineering and design optimisation.
Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, consultants, and contractors.
Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations, standards, and project requirements.
Present design proposals and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement in design quality and project outcomes.

Project & Contract Management

Manage projects from award through to completion.
Coordinate procurement, manufacturing, and installation activities.
Monitor project programmes, budgets, and deliverables.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Manage contract variations and commercial implications.
Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site visits.
Maintain strong relationships with clients and project teams.

Quality & Performance

Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout project delivery.
Review project performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Support the implementation of best practices and quality initiatives.
Contribute to continuous business improvement and operational efficiency.

What we're looking for

Experience in a Design Manager, Technical Manager, Project Manager, or Contracts Manager role.
Strong understanding of construction design processes.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.
Excellent client-facing communication skills.
Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Full UK driving licence.
Experience within facades, balustrades, glazing, aluminium systems, architectural metalwork, or specialist construction.
Knowledge of relevant construction regulations and standards.
Experience with value engineering and design optimisation.
Understanding of manufacturing and installation processes.

What Success Looks Like

High-quality, compliant design solutions.
Projects delivered on time and within budget.
Strong client satisfaction and repeat business.
Effective value engineering and cost control.
Continuous improvement in design and delivery processes.

What's in it for you?

We’re building more than just projects — we’re building a culture where people feel supported, appreciated, and excited to show up every day.

Company Vehicle Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Pension Contribution
Private Health Care (Optional After Probation)
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Holiday Buy & Sell (Optional)
Hybrid Working Model
Onsite Lunch
Free Parking
Training & Development Opportunities
On Site EV Chargers
Employee Recognition Programme

Ready to Get Started?

If this sounds like your kind of role and your kind of team, hit Apply Now with your CV and a short note telling us why you’re excited to join.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company car
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

Reading RG2 0LU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

What is your current or most recent salary, and what are your salary requirements for your new position?

Experience:

facades, balustrades, aluminium systems or metalwork: 4 years (required)
AutoCAD: 3 years (required)
Project management: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

Right to work in the UK without sponsorship (required)
Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG2 0LU

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