Design Manager

Design Manager Timber Frame Hereford Salary DOE Contract Role A specialist timber frame manufacturer requires interim cover for a design manager within its in-house design function. The role has been created to provide leadership and continuity across live projects during a period of absence within the team. The successful candidate will oversee a small design team, act as a key customer contact and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to keep projects progressing efficiently. As a Design Manager you will: Manage and support a small in-house timber frame design team * Act as the primary point of contact for customer design-related enquiries * Coordinate activities between designers, external consultants and structural engineers * Oversee design workflows and project scheduling to ensure programme requirements are met * Support communication between internal departments and client teams * Assist with design planning, resource allocation and programme management * Review ongoing projects during the induction period and provide continuity across live work * Maintain high standards of client service and project coordinationMust have: Proven experience within timber frame design environments * Previous design management, team leadership or supervisory experience * Strong understanding of the timber frame design process * Experience liaising directly with customers and clients * Ability to coordinate effectivel...