Senior Design Manager – 5360

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5360Vacancy Title Senior Design ManagerVacancy DescriptionOur client, a well-established and respected construction company, are currently seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join their team.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong estimating background who is ready to step into a leadership role or currently employed in a senior role or in managing an estimating function and looking for a new challenge.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design process for projects, including management of Contractor Design Portion (CDP) items, ensuring full compliance with client requirements and design quality standards.Support the tender process by providing design input, identifying value engineering opportunities, and minimizing technical and commercial risk.Ensure all planning conditions and statutory requirements are incorporated into project designs.Coordinate closely with the client’s design team, consultants, and subcontractors to develop fully integrated and buildable solutions.Oversee the appointment and management of external design consultants within agreed authority levels.Support the handover process between tender and delivery teams, ensuring design intent is maintained through to project completion.Conduct design reviews and chair workshops and coordination meetings, ensuring accurate record keeping.Identify and implement best practices, innovations, and value engineering options throughout project lifecycles.Promote and uphold the client’s policies on Health and Safety, design quality, risk management, and sustainability.Skills and Experience Required:Degree (or equivalent) in a construction-related discipline.Strong knowledge of construction methods, CDM regulations, and contractual frameworks.Proven experience managing design for construction projects, ideally in a design and build environment.Excellent coordination, communication, and negotiation skills.Strong understanding of commercial and contractual risk management.Experience with BIM and Revit is advantageous.Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Able to lead and motivate internal and external design teams.SMSTS, CSCS card, Asbestos Awareness, and Working at Height certifications are desirable.Personal Attributes:Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Committed to continuous professional development and upholding industry standards.Ability to represent the client professionally and positively to external stakeholdersLocation/Area

London and Surrounding AreasSalary

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