Design Manager

About the Company

Vision Built, part of the Sisk Group, specialises in offsite construction and delivers modular and panelised building solutions of a high standard. The business brings together modern thinking and practical construction know-how to deliver work safely, efficiently, and with strong quality outcomes.

Role Overview

They are looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead design teams and design functions within a modular / MMC setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise, attend, host, or coordinate departmental meetings as needed.
• Check that design output meets quality expectations and follows all required directions.
• Work closely with your team and other departments to deliver design objectives.
• Ensure client expectations are understood and met throughout the design process.
• Assign tasks where appropriate and review completed work for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop fresh ideas and present designs clearly so both the team and the client can understand them.
• Build budgets and monitor them regularly to make sure they remain workable.
• Coach, support, and motivate team members so they can achieve both personal and project goals.
• Run training sessions on updates to design processes or changes in business guidance.
• Encourage and back both internal and external design teams.
• Support the timely production of clear, high-quality structural drawings and design documents.
• Help prepare the design delivery programme with the client, project manager, design managers, and consultants.

Experience and Skills Required

The ideal candidate should bring at least 7 years of experience in Tier 1 contracting, Tier 2 contracting, modular contracting, or design consultancy environments. Strong capability with Revit and AutoCAD is essential, along with confident use of MS Office. A qualification at NFQ Level 7 in Architectural Technology, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, or an equivalent discipline is expected. The role also calls for excellent written and verbal communication, a creative approach, strong attention to detail, solid organisation, and the ability to manage time and multiple priorities effectively.

Additional Information

Vision Built offers the chance to build a career in a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace. Employees are recognised for their contribution through the Sisk Rewards & Recognition programme, which supports excellence, performance, and development across the company.

Recruitment is handled directly by the internal talent team. Unsolicited approaches or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted, and no introductory fees will be paid.

The company is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments can be provided during recruitment.

Candidates are encouraged not to hold back if they do not match every requirement, as skills and potential are valued. The organisation also states that all recruitment materials comply with relevant legal and regulatory obligations, including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts in the UK and Ireland.