Alannah Mongey
Design Manager – Innovation | Residential Construction
A leading residential developer is seeking a Design Manager – Innovation to oversee central design standards and drive innovation across multiple projects in Dublin.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate innovative design solutions within a structured innovation framework.
- Manage implementation plans for new products and technologies across sites.
- Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to evaluate and integrate innovations.
- Maintain and develop design standards and the innovation framework.
- Support pre-construction activities and ensure consistent application of design standards.
- Collaborate with sustainability, procurement, commercial, and technical teams to deliver practical, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions.
Requirements:
- Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or Project Management.
- 5+ years’ experience in residential construction or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of building regulations and design coordination.
- Innovative, proactive, and able to manage multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and project management skills.
- Full driver’s licence and own vehicle required.
Benefits:
- Salary: €70,000 – €80,000
- Company vehicle
- Bonus scheme
- Competitive salary & bonus structure
- Pension with employer contributions
- Private health insurance
- CPD support & career development opportunities
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Additional annual leave days
- Life assurance, income protection, and employee assistance programme
If you are a Design Manager considering a career move, please feel to send your CV or contact Alannah Mongey on 086 191 5924 for a confidential discussion. GPC will not send any applicants CV’s to clients without a full discussion and prior consent. GPC has 27 years’ experience working in the recruitment of construction professionals within Ireland and Internationally.