Design Manager

ZipRecruiter; Horley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data centre consultancy is seeking a Design Operations Manager to oversee the Consulting Services team in a hybrid working environment. The role involves managing project delivery, team leadership, and ensuring adherence to compliance standards in mission critical design projects.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach.
• Experience in the data centre or mission critical sector.
• Background in design and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support the CS team to meet project and business goals.
• Manage resource planning and capacity across multiple projects.
• Ensure deliverables, commercial targets, and compliance standards are achieved.
• Oversee design quality, technical reviews, and health & safety risks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Job Description

Design Operations Manager – Mission Critical

Gatwick – Hybrid Working

About the Role:

Join a leading data centre consultancy as a Design Operations Manager, where you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the Consulting Services (CS) team.

You'll lead and develop a high-performing team, manage resources, ensure project and contract delivery, and drive quality across mission critical design projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and support the CS team to meet project and business goals.
• Manage resource planning and capacity across multiple projects.
• Ensure deliverables, commercial targets, and compliance standards are achieved.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Oversee design quality, technical reviews, and health & safety risks.
• Contribute to budgeting, proposals, and client relationship management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in the data centre or mission critical sector.
• Background in design and resource management .

Please apply with an updated copy of your CV.