Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager

Full-Time 60000 - 71713 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL)

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead design management for building safety and regulatory compliance in mobile infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking company focused on innovative infrastructure solutions.
  • Benefits: Attractive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Other info: Engage with industry leaders and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic setting.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in building safety while working on exciting projects.
  • Qualifications: Experience in building regulations and strong communication skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 71713 Β£ per year.

Senior Design Manager – Regulation, Audit Interpret and apply the Building Safety Act 2022, Building Regulations, fire safety legislation, and associated guidance across MBNL's infrastructure portfolio.

Assess how building safety and regulatory requirements apply to mobile infrastructure projects, particularly rooftop and complex sites.

Develop and maintain guidance, policies, standards, process maps, and regulatory documentation.

Ensure documentation is practical, auditable, regulator-ready and aligned with industry best practice.

Coordinate input from stakeholders, suppliers, and subject matter experts to develop effective compliance frameworks.

Provide technical input on the interaction between telecommunications infrastructure and host buildings , including structural, fire safety, access, and building services considerations.

Apply architectural and technical judgement to assess the interface between telecommunications infrastructure and existing buildings, particularly rooftop and complex locations.

Support design reviews, risk assessments, governance activities, and compliance assurance processes.

Communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

Develop and deliver training, workshops, and communications to support adoption of new requirements.

Engage with industry bodies, regulators and external partners where required.

Monitor emerging legislation, guidance, and industry developments to drive continuous improvement.

Who we're looking for: Knowledge of Building Regulations and CDM Principal Designer roles and responsibilities.

Experience interpreting, applying, or managing compliance with legislation, regulations, standards or governance requirements.

Experience or capability of authoring technical, regulatory, policy, governance, or specification documentation to a high professional standard.

For example, construction project tender quality question responses, specification writing, or similar technical documentation.

Ability to understand and apply complex legislation, standards, and guidance.

Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.

Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes and controls.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

Either existing knowledge of building safety legislation or the capability and commitment to develop expertise quickly.

Experience working within architecture, building design, construction, engineering, infrastructure, property, fire safety, or regulatory environments.

Experience of coordinating technical stakeholders across multidisciplinary projects involving buildings, infrastructure, or regulatory compliance.

If you also have the following, we'd especially like to hear from you; Experience working within a joint venture or multi-stakeholder environment.

Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body.

A qualification in architecture, building safety, fire safety, construction, engineering, building control, surveying, or a related discipline.

Senior Design Manager employer: Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL)

At MBNL, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Central Reading. Our hybrid working model not only promotes work-life balance but also provides employees with opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning and engagement with multidisciplinary teams. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your expertise and supports you in making a meaningful impact on network performance and customer experience.

Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL)

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Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL) Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Design Manager

Knowledge of Building Regulations
Understanding of CDM Principal Designer roles
Experience interpreting legislation and regulations
Technical documentation authoring
Strong stakeholder engagement
Communication skills
Influencing skills