Location: LondonSalary: 90K- 100K per YearContract: PermanentType: Full TimeReference: VAC-8682_1790757988Posted: September 30, 2026Senior Design Manager
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- Tier 1 Main ContractorDatacentres Projects | Industrial Projects | Great ProgressionAn outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor delivering a portfolio of Industrial & Datacentres projects across London.
With a strong pipeline of complex hospital schemes, this role offers the chance to play a key leadership position across multiple projects, contributing to the successful delivery of technically challenging and high-profile developments.
The RoleAs Senior Design Manager, you will take ownership of the design management function across several schemes, ensuring design excellence from pre-construction through to project completion.
This is a dynamic, multi-site role requiring travel between projects, working closely with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to drive coordination, quality, and programme certainty.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the design process from pre-construction through deliveryCoordinate and oversee consultant and subcontractor design outputsEnsure design compliance with statutory, regulatory, and employer's requirementsCarry out design assurance, technical reviews, and buildability assessmentsIdentify and manage design risks, driving value engineering opportunitiesLead design change control, assessing programme and cost implicationsMaintain accurate records of design submissions, approvals, and revisionsCollaborate closely with construction, commercial, and procurement teamsProvide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to Design Managers within the teamSkills & ExperienceProven track record in a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager role on major projectsExperience working for a Tier 1 or large main contractorStrong understanding of RIBA Stages 3-6Background in delivering complex, site-based projectsAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex design interfacesExcellent communication, coordination, and leadership skillsRelevant professional qualification (desirable but not essential)Why Apply? xohmjla Long-term pipeline offering stability and career progressionKey leadership role within a highly respected Tier 1 contractorApplyIf you are seeking a senior design leadership position within a forward-thinking Tier 1 contractor, we would be keen to hear from you.
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