Qualified Design Manager
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Full time, permanent contract
About the role
We are seeking a qualified Design Manager / Project Manager to join our London studio and support the delivery of prestigious healthcare projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile, complex healthcare design environments where quality, commercial discipline and structured project delivery are paramount.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in a design or construction focused environment who is looking to further develop their capabilities in commercial management, contract administration, project controls and structured project delivery.
You will work closely with our Design Managers and multidisciplinary design teams, supporting project delivery, performance monitoring and coordination activities within our London studio.
About us
BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.
We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.
Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.
We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world-one that leaves every place better than we found it.
Overview of Responsibilities
• Support core commercial reporting activities, including fee draw-downs, invoicing, and monitoring sub-consultant fees and expenditure, ensuring all financial information is accurate and aligned with project and contract requirements
• Assist with workload planning and financial forecasting, preparing documentation that supports accurate commercial projections and performance monitoring.
• Support senior Design Managers in preparing programmes of work, scopes of service and Deliverables Schedules, coordinating with internal teams and Project Coordinators. (Programming skills an advantage.)
• Liaise with design consultants and client representatives during project meetings to track progress and ensure commercial impacts and scope changes are communicated clearly
• Maintain accurate, auditable records of project change, supporting change-control processes and validating commercial implications
• Track project performance, progress and risks, providing commercially relevant insights to support decision-making.
• Contribute to broader project and business activities, ensuring value for money and the efficient use of time and resources
About you
• Experience in a design, construction, engineering or project-based environment.
• Strong interest in commercial management, with exposure to cost tracking, invoicing, project finances or fee-related processes.
• APM-qualified (or equivalent) or actively working towards a recognised project management accreditation.
• NEC contract experience highly advantageous (e.g., working within NEC3/NEC4 contracts, understanding compensation events, change management and programme requirements).
• Proficient in MS Excel, with good general IT skills.
• Numerate, organised and detail-focused, with enthusiasm and a proactive approach to learning.
• Effective communicator, confident working collaboratively across multiple disciplines.
• Understanding of design processes, the construction industry or the RIBA Plan of Work is beneficial.
• Background in a design-led environment or familiarity with NEC appointment documents advantageous.
• Enjoys working to deadlines and managing multiple priorities in a structured manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Programming skills (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar) are advantageous
BDP offers
In return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.
We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, interest free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.
We offer regular international, and studio based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include month-end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.
To find out on more detail about what BDP can offer you, please visit: https://www.bdp.com/en/careers-at-bdp/why-join-bdp/.
To apply
To apply please click on the 'Apply' button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position.
BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.
No agency or third-party applications please.