Senior Design Manager

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager in Hertfordshire to oversee design compliance and management on projects worth around £30 million. The role involves liaising with design teams and ensuring technical accuracy throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating design processes from feasibility to delivery. A strong background in construction design and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders are essential. A comprehensive salary package is offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

Health benefits

Bonus

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in managing design processes in construction projects.
• Strong understanding of design compliance and coordination.
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical compliance and design management.
• Act as the primary liaison between the design and project teams.
• Ensure technical accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title : Senior Design Manager

Job Type : Permanent

Job Ref : #1296

Location : Hertfordshire

Start Date : ASAP

Salary : c£80,000-£85,000 basic, plus a comprehensive package including car or allowance, health benefits, bonus, pension, and more.

Company & Project :

An award-winning Main Contractor renowned for advancing modern methods of construction and digital design innovation is seeking to strengthen its Design team with the appointment of a Senior Design Manager. The successful candidate will take the design lead on a newly secured project valued at around £30 million.

Operating across multiple sectors - including Commercial, Science, Residential, Mixed-Use, Healthcare, Higher Education, and Regeneration - the Senior Design Manager will be responsible for managing the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery.

Duties & Responsibilities :

The Senior Design Manager will oversee technical compliance and design management, focusing primarily on early feasibility and procurement stages, while also monitoring on-site design coordination and managing the performance of external consultants.

Key responsibilities include :

• Acting as the primary liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team.
• Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.