Design Manager

Borne Resourcing Limited; Barking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in East London is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support a high-profile data centre development. The ideal candidate has over 5 years’ experience with a main contractor, strong management skills, and is adept at coordinating complex projects. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary annual bonus

Travel allowance

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Pension contribution

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Design Manager with a main contractor.
• Proven ability to coordinate complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide design management support across a large data centre development.
• Coordinate consultants and subcontractors to maintain quality.
• Lead design meetings and manage document control processes.

Skills

Design management expertise

Coordination of technical projects

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Design Manager | Main Contractor | East London | ASAP Start

A major main contractor is looking for an experienced Design Manager to support a high-profile data‑centre development in East London. This role will combine live project support with early‑stage input into additional packages, working closely with senior leadership on one of the most technically complex schemes in the capital. You’ll play a key role in bringing structure, clarity and technical oversight to a fast‑moving delivery environment ideal for someone confident coordinating multiple stakeholders and operating independently within a high‑performance team.

The Role

• Provide design management support across a large, multi‑phase data‑centre development in East London
• Coordinate consultants, specialist subcontractors and internal teams to maintain programme, quality and compliance
• Review drawings/specifications for buildability, coordination issues and technical risks
• Lead design meetings, manage RFIs, approvals and document control processes
• Support commercial and procurement teams to align design intent with technical deliverables and package strategy

What they're looking for

• 5+ years' experience as a Design Manager with a main contractor
• Strong background coordinating complex technical or services‑heavy projects
• Confident managing consultants and supporting multiple packages simultaneously
• Clear communicator with strong organisation and coordination skills
• Able to bring structure, control and consistency to design workflows and reporting

The Company

A well‑established contractor known for delivering complex new‑build, commercial and infrastructure‑led projects across London and the South East. With strong financial backing and a reputation for high‑quality delivery, they operate at scale while maintaining a collaborative, hands‑on culture. You’ll be joining a driven senior team who value clear communication, technical competence and proactive decision‑making with opportunities to progress as the wider development moves into future phases.

Package

• Competitive salary (experience dependent)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Travel allowance / car option
• Hybrid / flexible working
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• Professional development and long‑term progression

Also known as: Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator, Pre‑Construction Manager

Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin (phone number removed) | michael @ borneltd . com
If it sounds like the right fit or someone in your network comes to mind feel free to get in touch