Senior Design Manager

SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER REQUIRED ON PERMANENT BASIS IN LEICESTERSHIRE FOR A MAIN CONTRACTOR

I am assisting my client with an exciting opportunity for a Senior Design Manager to join a leading main contractor. The business undertakes projects in various sectors including Commercial, Education and Defence with values ranging between 10m and 50m.

As Senior Design Manager you will be responsible for managing projects to ensure their safe completion, in accordance with programme, specification, and budget.

Salary: 75,000 - 90,000 + Package

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee design processes during pre-construction and, when necessary, construction phases. Analyse and interpret Employer's Requirements documents. Collaborate with internal teams to develop comprehensive Contractor's Proposals.
• Coordinate and supervise external design consultants
• Implement innovative and cost-effective design solutions.
• Ensure timely delivery of design information and resolve issues within strict deadlines.
• Participate in tender launches, adjudications, and project initiation meetings as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile - We're seeking a Design Manager with:

• Proven experience in managing complex, high-value design projects from a main contractor's perspective.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to plan, schedule, and manage multiple workloads effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations and Planning Permission processes.
• A keen sense of commercial awareness.
• Familiarity with various client procurement methods.
• Preferably, experience with on-site operations and contract procedures.
• This role is ideal for professionals who excel in coordinating intricate design processes, driving innovation, and ensuring project success within the construction industry.

If you are a Senior Design Manager and are open to an initial chat please do not hesitate to reach out.