Design Manager

Salter Grange Limited; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Design Manager to lead a high-profile Data Centre project in London. In this exciting role, you will oversee the design process from pre-construction, ensuring the delivery of innovative solutions while managing a talented design team. Your expertise in architecture, engineering, or building services, combined with your leadership skills, will be crucial in driving project success. Join a company renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, and be part of a supportive culture that values excellence in every aspect of project delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing design on high-value projects.
• Strong knowledge of CSA and MEP, with flexible sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process from pre-construction to delivery.
• Coordinate workload across project and consultant design teams.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Technical Mindset

Project Management

Design Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Building Services

Job description

Salter Grange is presently collaborating with a distinguished General Contractor, well-known for delivering critical infrastructure that powers the future. We're seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their dynamic London team on a high-profile Data Centre project.

As Design Manager, you'll lead the design process from pre-construction with vision and precision, ensuring seamless delivery of a high-profile Data Centre project in London.

Design Manager responsibilities:

1. Partnering with clients, Project Managers, and consultants to develop and manage the Design Delivery Schedule.
2. Procuring design services, negotiating scope and pricing from tender to appointment.
3. Coordinating workload across project and consultant design teams for optimal efficiency.
4. Driving innovative solutions for design changes, backed by research and collaboration.
5. Leading a skilled design team to meet milestones, with proactive strategies to stay on track.
6. Contributing to strategic planning to elevate project outcomes.

Design Manager Requirements:

1. Degree in architecture, engineering, building services, or a related field.
2. 5+ years' experience managing design on high-value projects with leading Main Contractors.
3. Strong CSA and MEP knowledge; sector experience is flexible if you've worked on complex builds.
4. Understanding of site delivery, contracts, building regulations, BCAR, planning, and PSDP processes.
5. A technical mindset, leadership skills, and a passion for delivering excellence.

Join a General Contractor known for quality, innovation, and a supportive culture. Apply with your CV via the link below or contact Julia at (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.