Shape the Future: Design Manager Role on Key 40m DfE School Projects - ManchesterAre you a Design Manager passionate about creating inspiring educational spaces? Do you thrive on leading complex projects from initial concept to successful completion?Randstad is partnering with a leading national construction client, renowned for their commitment to quality and successful delivery across Commercial, Education and Residential sectors. They are actively recruiting a skilled and experienced Design Manager to join their thriving Manchester team, specifically to focus on their significant portfolio of Department for Education (DfE) projects across the North West.With a strong pipeline of work secured for the coming years, this is a critical permanent appointment to support their continued growth and project success in the region.The Role - Leading Design Excellence:Based in their busy Manchester office, you will be responsible for spearheading the design management process for exciting new-build school projects, often valued up to 40 million. This pivotal role requires you to ensure every design aspect meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, budget, and timeline.Your responsibilities will include:End-to-end management of the design process for large-scale education projects.Seamless liaison and collaboration with architects, engineers, specialist consultants, and internal teams.Thorough review and decisive approval of design submissions, drawings, and specifications.En