Design Manager

This is an ideal next step for a technically strong architectural professional or coordinator ready to step client-side. You'll be working across listed buildings, new-build residential schemes, and a planned hotel development - all part of a long-term, design-led property strategy backed by a well-resourced family office.

The role will involve:

• Supporting the Design Lead with day-to-day delivery and consultant coordination
• Managing incoming design and technical information across live projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and reports to ensure alignment with client objectives
• Acting as liaison between the London office, project teams, and the wider property group
• Overseeing project programmes and flagging risks or delays
• Attending design meetings, site visits, and tracking progress on the ground
• Supporting the delivery of a new 124-unit residential-led development, hotel planning, and refurbishments within a listed estate
• Coordinating with property management, planning consultants, and internal stakeholders

We're looking for someone who:

• Comes from an architecture or technical background with strong delivery knowledge
• Has experience working on UK residential or commercial projects
• Understands the nuances of working with listed buildings and heritage constraints
• Can confidently read drawings, specifications and flag risks or issues proactively
• Has excellent organisational skills and is comfortable juggling multiple projects
• Enjoys working in a small team and taking ownership of their work
• Ideally has some experience in property or developer-side coordination

What's on offer:

• Salary dependent on experience
• On-site parking available
• A collaborative and close-knit team culture
• Opportunity to take ownership and grow within the business
• Direct exposure to high-quality projects and senior decision-makers

How to apply:
Send your CV to ssidar@cobaltrecruitment.com to be considered or apply.