Energy Jobline ZR
Design Manager (with BSR Experience) in Portsmouth
Energy Jobline ZR, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 00215
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Job Description
Design Manager
(with BSR experience)
Location:
Based in Portsmouth (with occasional travel to sites across the South Coast)
Salary:
£70,000 – £80,000 (or £350 – £400/day for contract)
Contract Type:
Permanent or Freelance
Overview:
KDD is looking for an experienced and proactive Design Manager to support the successful delivery of key projects, primarily based in Portsmouth, with occasional visits required to additional sites along the South Coast, as far as Poole. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Building Safety Regulator (BSR) requirements and a proven track record of managing the design process on complex construction projects. This is a key role ensuring compliance, coordination, and quality from pre-construction through to delivery.
Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate design activity across multiple projects
Ensure compliance with BSR guidelines and all relevant building safety legislation
Manage the production, review, and approval of technical design information
Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve design queries
Support programme delivery through proactive issue management and coordination
Chair design meetings and ensure alignment across all project stakeholders
Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all design documentation
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years' experience in a Design Manager role within the construction industry
Minimum 3 years' experience with Façade/ external envelope works
Proven experience working under BSR guidance on higher-risk/residential buildings
Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and safety compliance frameworks
Qualification in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related discipline
Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple design packages and stakeholders
Why Join Us:
At KDD, we’re proud to be a flexible, people-first employer with an exceptionally high staff retention rate, reflecting our commitment to looking after our team. We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment and genuine opportunities for career progression, ongoing work, and involvement in meaningful, safety-critical projects as part of a growing company in a dynamic industry.
Pay & Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary of £70,000 to £80,000
for PAYE employees, or a
day rate of £350 to £400
for experienced freelance professionals. While the role is primarily based in
Portsmouth , occasional travel to other regional projects (up to Poole) may be required.
Apply Now:
If you're looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking, supportive employer, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Job Description
Design Manager
(with BSR experience)
Location:
Based in Portsmouth (with occasional travel to sites across the South Coast)
Salary:
£70,000 – £80,000 (or £350 – £400/day for contract)
Contract Type:
Permanent or Freelance
Overview:
KDD is looking for an experienced and proactive Design Manager to support the successful delivery of key projects, primarily based in Portsmouth, with occasional visits required to additional sites along the South Coast, as far as Poole. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Building Safety Regulator (BSR) requirements and a proven track record of managing the design process on complex construction projects. This is a key role ensuring compliance, coordination, and quality from pre-construction through to delivery.
Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate design activity across multiple projects
Ensure compliance with BSR guidelines and all relevant building safety legislation
Manage the production, review, and approval of technical design information
Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve design queries
Support programme delivery through proactive issue management and coordination
Chair design meetings and ensure alignment across all project stakeholders
Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all design documentation
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years' experience in a Design Manager role within the construction industry
Minimum 3 years' experience with Façade/ external envelope works
Proven experience working under BSR guidance on higher-risk/residential buildings
Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and safety compliance frameworks
Qualification in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related discipline
Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple design packages and stakeholders
Why Join Us:
At KDD, we’re proud to be a flexible, people-first employer with an exceptionally high staff retention rate, reflecting our commitment to looking after our team. We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment and genuine opportunities for career progression, ongoing work, and involvement in meaningful, safety-critical projects as part of a growing company in a dynamic industry.
Pay & Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary of £70,000 to £80,000
for PAYE employees, or a
day rate of £350 to £400
for experienced freelance professionals. While the role is primarily based in
Portsmouth , occasional travel to other regional projects (up to Poole) may be required.
Apply Now:
If you're looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking, supportive employer, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.