Senior Design Manager

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1412

Location: Hertfordshire (Mix of Office & Site based (c45mins from office) with flexible working)

Salary: c£85,000-£95,000 basic salary (DOE), plus a comprehensive package including car or allowance, healthcare, performance bonus, pension, and more.

Company & Project: An award-winning Tier 1 Main Contractor with a busy pipeline of work across the region are looking for a Senior Design Manager to join the business working on a new c£200m mixed-use development project in Bedfordshire with the programme of work spanning c4years in duration.

The project features highly complex civil and structural elements, including extensive substructure works.

The Senior Design Manager will be involved in managing the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery. This is a unique opportunity to join a truly flagship major project in the local area, at the early stages.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Senior Design Manager will oversee technical compliance and design management, focusing primarily on early feasibility and procurement stages, while also monitoring on-site design coordination and managing the performance of external consultants.

Key responsibilities include:

Acting as the primary liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team.

• Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Driving an efficient design process aligned with project timelines and commercial targets.
• Supporting innovation in design and construction methodologies.
• A process-driven approach, strong technical understanding of construction, and a keen attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Desirable Experience:

Previous Civil or Structural engineering design management experience is essential for this position. Candidates coming from a multi-disciplinary consultancy, a specialist civil/structural business, or a main contracting background will be highly considered.

A minimum of 10 years' experience in the construction industry.

Previous Roles May Include: Technical Manager | Senior Design Manager | Design Manager | Senior Structural Engineer | Principal Civil Engineer | Design & Build Manager

Qualifications & Skills: HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related construction discipline.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Senior Design Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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