John Sisk & Son Ltd

A prominent construction firm is seeking a Design Manager to oversee the design process across various projects. The role requires managing and coordinating design outputs, ensuring compliance with regulations and client requirements. Responsibilities include design coordination, quality control, and stakeholder management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of experience in design management or technical coordination. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits in Leeds, UK.

Overview The Design Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the design process on allocated projects or packages, ensuring that design outputs are compliant, deliverable and aligned with client requirements, statutory regulations and contractual obligations. The role works closely with Senior Design Managers, project teams, consultants and the wider supply chain to deliver coordinated, buildable and cost-effective design solutions. The Design Manager plays a central role in ensuring design integration, supporting risk management and driving value through technical solutions. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. Responsibilities Design Coordination Manage the production and delivery of design information in line with programme requirements. Coordinate the inputs of consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve fully integrated design solutions. Support the development and management of design programmes, deliverables and reporting. Ensure timely resolution of design queries and interface issues across disciplines. Quality & Compliance Review design documentation for accuracy, compliance and alignment with specifications. Monitor statutory and regulatory requirements to ensure design outputs meet obligations. Record, manage and communicate design risks, ensuring residual risks are addressed. Support the Senior Design Manager in design reviews, workshops and client presentations. Experience Essential Proven experience in design management or technical coordination within construction or a related sector. Strong knowledge of design processes, building regulations and industry standards. Experience in managing consultants and subcontractor design packages. Fire stopping and drylining experience Worked individually on either small jobs previously or large packages as part of larger team Desirable Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and stakeholder management capability. Stadium experience Knowledge of Breeam Experience of Dalux Qualifications Essential Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline. Minimum 5-7 years' experience in design coordination or management roles. Knowledge of statutory compliance, design risk management and quality assurance. Desirable: Professional membership of RIBA, CIOB, Engineers Ireland or equivalent. Training in BIM, digital engineering or MMC. Additional qualifications in project management, sustainability or health and safety. Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process. We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you. All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland

Overview The Commercial Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects through strong commercial leadership. The role manages cost and value, contract negotiation, financial reporting, risk management and dispute resolution. Working closely with the project team, the Commercial Manager ensures commercial governance, develops staff capability and maintains positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. At John Sisk & Son, we're more than a construction company, we're a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction. Responsibilities Commercial Management Lead cost and value management for projects, ensuring systems and procedures are in place and followed Oversee financial reporting and cashflow forecasting for projects Identify and negotiate unacceptable contract terms, bonds, warranties and guarantees with clients and stakeholders Manage project change processes by recording, evaluating and recovering entitlements where not the company's liability Lead risk and opportunity management with the operations team, ensuring mitigation measures are identified and implemented Provide commercial support and training to site staff Leadership & Team Development Manage and mentor the commercial team to deliver key responsibilities and develop professional capability Support knowledge sharing and mentoring through structured programmes Supervise the preparation of cost plans for complex projects using appropriate techniques and software Lead the analysis of project cost reports to inform decision making Ensure commercial teams act in line with company values, health and safety standards and cultural behaviours Program & Reporting Prepare and monitor long-term cash forecasts for projects, interpreting variances and recommending corrective action Lead preparation of contractual correspondence and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance Develop innovative systems to control costs and monitor financial performance Support programme and reporting to management and stakeholders Contribute to business planning and ensure alignment of commercial objectives with business unit strategy Represent the company in industry networks and forums, maintaining professional relationships that support business growth Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and third parties on commercial issues Provide guidance on risk allocation, step-down clauses and design liability in subcontractor and designer agreements Ensure commercial practices comply with legislation, company policies and best practice Contribute to business planning and ensure alignment of commercial objectives with business unit strategy Represent the company in industry networks and forums, maintaining professional relationships that support business growth Experience Essential Proven experience in commercial management within construction or infrastructure Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management and dispute resolution Skilled negotiator with the ability to secure acceptable outcomes on complex projects Experience leading commercial teams across multiple projects or large-scale programmes Detailed understanding of project cost management systems and ability to interpret data for decision making Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills Ability to prepare accurate contractual correspondence and reports under tight timelines Knowledge of design and build processes and delivery planning for multi-disciplinary teams Desirable Experience with behavioural-based safety leadership Strong financial management background with proven ability to optimise inflow and reduce outflow Experience developing innovative systems for monitoring direct works cost and project financial performance Active involvement in professional networks or industry associations Qualifications Essential Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Business Administration or related field Training in bonds, warranties and insurances Training in dispute resolution and contract management Training in financial management and cost control Leadership training in managing and developing teams Training in communication, influencing and negotiation Valid CSCS card. Desirable Advanced in change management, persuasion and influencing skills Ongoing CPD in construction law, commercial management and industry best practice. Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process. We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion - your skills and potential matter. Don't hold back we want to hear from you. All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland