Bell Building Projects (BBP) has been a leader in the construction industry for 40 years, delivering high-performance projects with excellence and integrity. With a strong reputation and a secure pipeline of work through Q3 2027, including over £300m in tendered projects in 2023, we offer an exciting opportunity to join our team at a pivotal moment of growth.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee and manage the design process for façade remediation and new build projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Design, this role ensures design excellence, compliance with industry standards, and seamless project execution. This is a full-time, permanent role based in one of our UK offices, with occasional travel as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and manage the design process from concept to completion, ensuring project requirements and regulatory compliance are met.
• Lead design sections in progress meetings and coordinate technical discussions with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Set and manage design information release targets, ensuring timely and accurate progress.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors to ensure design deliverables meet quality standards and regulations.
• Prepare and manage design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and schedules throughout the design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Provide preliminary design information for pre-construction discussions and cost estimations.
• Review and assess designs from external parties for compliance, buildability, and cost-efficiency.
• Support the project management team with design-related matters.
• Assist the pre-construction team with tender enquiries.
• Maintain thorough and accurate project records, including raising and managing Requests for Information (RFI).
• Identify and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
• Ensure planning and building consent requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain the Design Management Plan and communicate it to the design team.
• Support the implementation and use of construction management software (e.g., Procore) for tracking design progress and documentation.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR HRB PROJECTS & THE BUILDING SAFETY ACT 2022

• Assist in procuring Principal Designer Building Regulations (PDBR) advisory services.
• Liaise with duty holders to ensure design compliance.
• Conduct competency checks for designers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure the delivery of all design and contractor documentation required for Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Gateway applications.
• Lead the development of Fire and Emergency Files and Gateway 2 documentation.
• Coordinate the submission of Gateway applications and liaise with BSR case officers to ensure timely approvals.
• Assist in designing and implementing a Golden Thread system and ensuring compliance with data requirements.