National building contractor with an enviable track record of delivering successful projects is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager with a proven background across both site construction delivery and preconstruction / tendering.
National building contractor with an enviable track record of delivering successful projects is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager with a proven background across both site construction delivery and preconstruction / tendering.
This is a key role where you will oversee and influence the design process from bid stage through to project delivery, ensuring designs are practical, buildable, cost effective and aligned with client requirements.
Reporting to the Head of Design you will join an established team of Design Managers and work closely with both the pre-construction and delivery teams to achieve high quality design outcomes across a diverse project portfolio.
KEY REQUIREMENTS: Strategic and agile thinker who can add value throughout the design lifecycle, including pre- construction, tendering, early contractor involvement, and live projects.
Strong multidisciplinary knowledge across structural, services and finishes, with a focus on buildability, detailing, and value engineering Practical and analytical approach, with strong critical - thinking skills across tendering, planning, value engineering, and innovative design solutions.
Demonstrated Design Management experience within a building contractor environment.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, both internally and externally,



with the ability to lead effective and productive client and design meetings Ability to coordinate and align design requirements with construction programs and project budgets.
Comfortable reviewing workshop drawings, identifying key and high-risk items, and actively contributing on site when required.
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Broad sector experience, particularly within new build commercial construction.
Relevant qualifications, ideally tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or Engineering Previous site-based construction experience is highly desirable.
Strong time management, practical problem-solving ability, and clear communication skills Proficiency with CAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and BIM A genuine commitment to adding value and contributing positively within a fast paced, dynamic, and diverse project team.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY: Work across varied, high impact projects with a financially secure building company recognised as an employer of choice.
Join a forward thinking, supportive and collaborative team who genuinely enjoy what they do.
Competitive salary package with long term career progression and professional development opportunities.
Become part of an organisation that actively supports its local community and is committed to giving back.
If you are an experienced Design Manager looking for your next opportunity with a respected employer this could be an excellent choice.
For more information, please call Louise Clinton ************ E: ******************************** Clinton Recruitment is the preferred recruitment agency of the Master Builders Association of Current South Wales.
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📌 Experienced Design Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Louise Clinton
📍 New South Wales