Senior Design Manager

Client Information
A leading Main Contractor delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainable development.

Senior Design Manager - Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage the interface with external or in-house design teams on behalf of the Project Manager.

• Represent the design department at internal and external meetings and act as the main point of contact in the absence of the Design Engineer.

• Liaise with other departments and project teams to align on design requirements.

• Allocate and supervise design tasks within internal teams, ensuring performance standards are met.

• Prepare conceptual and detailed designs in compliance with current legislation, standards, and codes.

• Review and check the design work of team members and external consultants.

• Visit project sites when necessary to ensure alignment between design and site execution.

• Maintain design documentation, contribute to pricing, and manage feedback and records.

• Support and coach staff, conduct appraisals, and identify training and development needs.

• Ensure all work complies with company procedures, health & safety standards, and quality requirements.

Senior Design Manager - Requirements

• Degree in a relevant engineering or construction discipline, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 5 years (with degree) or 10 years (with HND/HNC) construction and design experience.

• Strong Design Management skills with the ability to handle complex design and planning issues.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

• Valid CSCS card appropriate for site-based work.

• Completion (or commitment to complete) industry and company-standard training, including health & safety, leadership, and inclusion modules.

• Must have Main Contracting industrial expereince.

Senior Design Manager - Benefits

• Salary ranging between £80,000 - £110,000

• Access to professional development and training programmes.

• Friday working from home.

• Supportive and inclusive working culture with a focus on employee wellbeing.