Senior Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager in Bolton to oversee critical design tasks on high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will possess MCIOB membership and advanced knowledge in construction methods and materials, ensuring project success from pre-qualification to completion. This role offers extensive corporate benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Private medical coverage

Pension with 8% employer contribution

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

Family leave benefits including paid maternity and paternity leave

Learning and development opportunities

Travel coverage to sites

Qualifications

• MCIOB membership required.
• Chartered Architect or Engineer status essential.
• Extensive knowledge of construction techniques and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design management resources on major projects.
• Review designs and mitigate risks before construction.
• Manage site-based design activities.

Skills

Advanced design skills

Knowledge of construction materials

Knowledge of risk management

Strong understanding of planning

Education

MCIOB membership

Chartered Architect or Engineer

Job description

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Senior Design Manager, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

People 3 Construction

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

6

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER - NEWBURY (TIER 1 OPPORTUNITY!)

We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join our prestigious tier 1 client working on a number of high profile and technically complex projects across multiple sectors.

If you are passionate about design, working within a team environment, and with proven technical skills looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh ideas, and elevate yourself within the industry, then this could be the opportunity for you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Project Director, you will provide functional leadership of design management resources on major projects or a cluster of projects within a region or product stream, from pre-qualification to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review the current design of all projects and undertake detailed risk and opportunities appraisal to mitigate risk, enhance buildability, and add value prior to construction phase.
• Lead Designer and Consultant Team to produce and manage a realistic design programme and information schedule to satisfy design, procurement, and construction requirements.
• Work closely with the Commercial and Operations Teams to ensure all design deliverables are fully coordinated, buildable, and within budget. Contribute to technical workshops and value management exercises as required.
• Manage the production of contractor proposals, ensuring they are complete, reviewed, and updated to include all post-tender negotiations.
• Manage site-based design activities by implementing the design management procedure.
• Ensure the project team works according to contractors’ proposals.
• Maintain close relationships with the customer and design organizations.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• MCIOB membership
• Chartered Architect or Engineer
• Advanced design skills
• Advanced knowledge of contracts and documentation
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials, methods, and technologies
• Strong understanding of planning, procurement, and management systems
• Knowledge of risk management, lifecycle cost, and value creation
• Knowledge of Fire Safety Improvement systems
• Knowledge of temporary works

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Travel coverage to sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive corporate benefits including private medical, pension (8% employer contribution), health and wellness programs, 26 days holidays + bank holidays, and more.
• Learning and development opportunities for career growth.
• Family leave benefits including 26 weeks fully paid maternity and 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave.