Senior Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Design Manager to join our growing team at a leading main contractor operating across London. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the design process on complex construction projects from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring that design-is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance standards.

You will play a key role in liaising with clients, consultants, and project teams, and act as the main point of contact for all design-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the design process on projects from tender stage through to completion.

• Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams to develop practical, buildable, and cost-effective design solutions.

• Lead and chair design team meetings and ensure design responsibilities are clearly defined and managed.

• Manage the flow of design information to ensure timely release of information for procurement and construction.

• Review design documentation for buildability, compliance, and commercial implications.

• Ensure designs meet statutory regulations, client specifications, and sustainability targets-

• Provide design input to tender submissions and support the pre-construction team with technical evaluations.

• Identify design risks and propose mitigation strategies.

• Manage the appointment and performance of external consultants and specialist designers.

• Ensure coordination between design disciplines and integration with construction methodology.

• Promote innovation, value engineering, and digital design tools within the team.

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction-related discipline.

• Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager-

• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning legislation, and construction methodologies.

• Experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams on large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficient in design software and collaboration tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360, etc.).

• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.