Design Manager

Main Function To produce and procure high quality design information for developments at the land purchase viability and planning stages of a project. Attend meetings with Local Authority planners and urban designers and be able to present the proposals in a positive light and negotiate where required. To work closely with Miller Homes Limited planning/engineering team for the efficient and diligent delivery of architectural and technical specifications and subsequent delivery of homes on site in accordance with the regional business plan/objectives To oversee work of other members of the design team to achieve the same. Key Functional Areas Delivery of all aspects of the architectural function including layouts, planning and warrant approvals working in conjunction with engineering colleagues to ensure robust design information. Presenting the design vision to all stake holders including planning and land owners/agents. Checking for design accuracy, coordination, and value. Managing the pre development process and hand over to the wider team, whilst managing projects through to successful conclusion. Key Capabilities Required (1) Skills, Capabilities and attributes To be motivated to complete tasks on own intuition with focus on business targets and timescales. To have good presentation skills To be a good communicator To be capable of attending meetings with local authorities, contractors and consultants unaccompanied and successfully convey design strategy To be able to prepare effective and meaningful site constraints/opportunities plans  To be able to produce high quality layouts that conform with local planning policies and the advice and guidance contained in key industry design compendiums To be aware of the latest Technical Guidance and thinking on layouts, street scene, urban design, ecology and biodiversity matters from a business, site specific and regional/area perspective To have a good knowledge of the Miller Homes Limited house-type range and their market appeal To have a good understanding of Building Regulations and Planning terminology. (2) Behavioural Attributes To have creative flair To be able to understand, interpret and adhere to brief To be able to persuade and negotiate as required To be a good communicator To be able to work on own initiative and have good time management skills To be able to build strong relationships and collaborate with others (3) Knowledge, Experience and Qualification To have an HNC/HND or related degree qualification or equivalent To have worked for a house-builder or architectural practice planning residential schemes To have a good knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and regulations

Location: Glasgow, Scotland, GB

Posted Date: 7/13/2025