Design Manager
Beyond Recruitment
Listing Description
Description
About the Role
This is a commercial contractor that has an exciting project pipeline ahead in the region. They are now looking for a Design Manager to lead and coordinate the design process across a diverse portfolio of $50M+ commercial construction projects. You’ll be working between consultants, the developer and construction delivery—ensuring the master programme is maintained while driving efficiency, buildability, and cost certainty.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Leadership — Manage the full design lifecycle, from early concept development to IFC documentation.
- Stakeholder Coordination — Facilitate collaboration between developer, architects, engineers, consultants, and construction teams.
- Technical Oversight — Review drawings, specifications, and models to ensure compliance, quality, and buildability.
- Risk Management — Identify design risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
- Programme Management — Develop and maintain design schedules aligned with project milestones.
- Value Engineering — Lead design optimisation to improve cost, performance, and constructability.
Skills & Experience
- Commercial construction experience with mid to large scale projects.
- Strong understanding of building codes, compliance pathways, and industry standards.
- Proficiency in BIM coordination and digital design tools (Revit, Navisworks, etc.).
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
What We Offer
Salary: $140K - $170K + Benefits
For further information, please call Matt on 027 554 4064 or email your resume to matt.shortt@beyond.co.nz
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Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Matt Shortt for more information.
Beyond Recruitment
We have a talented team of people who recruit throughout New Zealand and love to go Above and Beyond for candidates and employers. We operate ten specialist teams across all key disciplines within an organisational structure, and our highly experienced consultants often further specialise in a particular role type. This means that whether you are looking for a new role or looking to find the best talent, we know where to look and who to speak to.
Our teams deliver nationwide recruitment services across:
Permanent Recruitment Contracting Solutions Temporary Staffing Solutions Executive Search and Executive Recruitment Managed Talent Solutions Payrolling
Here at Beyond Recruitment, we are passionate about Aotearoa and its people. We aim to advance the opportunity for employers to succeed through the placement of top people while equally advancing the careers of our candidates. We are committed to working to benefit New Zealand both in business and the wider community through our work. Diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We are also proud to support a number of charities annually and love giving back to the diverse communities we serve. Our Values
As a values-led business, we are passionate about New Zealand and seeing New Zealand organisations succeed through great people.
Our core values are:
We are fair, open, flexible, professional and honest in all our dealings
We treat all people with respect
We work collaboratively
We stand for excellence in delivery and value
We work to benefit New Zealand
When you work with us, you will find us to be astute, relaxing, effective, engaging, refreshing and stimulating. We look forward to hearing from you!