Senior Design Manager

RedFish Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor based in London is seeking an experienced Principal / Senior Design Manager to oversee the design management process across luxury hospitality and high-end residential projects. The role involves leading teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering design excellence. An ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field, extensive design management experience, and strong leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and flexible working conditions are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary & bonus structure

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare & pension scheme

Exposure to prestigious projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in design management within main contracting, ideally in hospitality and high-end residential.
• Strong ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and achieve design excellence.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations and planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process and ensure client alignment.
• Manage design teams for effective coordination.
• Oversee pre-construction design development for feasibility and compliance.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to integrate design solutions.

Skills

Design management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in design software

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a leading main contractor specializing in luxury hospitality and high-end residential projects across London. With a reputation for delivering exceptional quality and innovative design, they are seeking a Principal / Senior Design Manager to oversee and drive the design process across multiple prestigious developments.

Role Overview

As the Principal / Senior Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading the design management process from pre-construction through to project completion. You will collaborate with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams to ensure design excellence, compliance, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards.
• Manage design teams, including architects, consultants, and subcontractors, to ensure seamless coordination.
• Oversee pre-construction design development, ensuring feasibility, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure technical excellence, buildability, and risk mitigation throughout the design phase.
• Collaborate with commercial and construction teams to integrate design solutions into project delivery.
• Implement design management procedures, ensuring timely production and distribution of design information.
• Monitor design progress, identifying risks and ensuring solutions align with project objectives.
• Promote innovation, sustainability, and best practices in design management.
• Ensure compliance with UK building regulations, planning requirements, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in design management within main contracting, preferably in hospitality and high-end residential sectors.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in design software and project management tools.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations and planning processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & bonus structure.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career progression opportunities within a leading contractor.
• Comprehensive healthcare & pension scheme.
• Exposure to prestigious, high-value projects.