Senior Design Manager

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED is seeking a Senior Design Manager for a permanent role in Watford, Hertfordshire. The role involves leading on-site design coordination for a c£80,000-£90,000 basic salary (DOE) with a comprehensive package including car allowance, healthcare and pension.

The successful candidate will manage design processes for a new £60m Higher Education project, overseeing external consultants and ensuring compliance with standards throughout delivery.

Qualifications

• HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related construction discipline.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team.
• Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Driving an efficient design process aligned with project timelines and commercial targets.
• Supporting innovation in design and construction methodologies.
• A process-driven approach, strong technical understanding of construction, and a keen attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Skills

On-site coordination

Technical compliance

Attention to detail

Process-driven approach

Education

HNC or Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1441

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Mix of Office & Site based, with flexible working options available)

Salary: c£80,000-£90,000 basic salary (DOE), plus a comprehensive package including car allowance, healthcare, performance bonus, pension.

Company & Project

A successful Tier 1 Main Contractor with a stable and secured pipeline of work are looking for a Senior Design Manager to join the business working on a new c£60m new build Higher Education project starting on site imminently. The project features unique design aspects and is highly technical, making it an excellent project for a talented design manager.

The Senior Design Manager will be involved in managing the design process including the on-site design coordination. This is a unique opportunity to lead a complex project in the local area as it progresses onto site.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Senior Design Manager will oversee technical compliance and design management, focusing primarily on on-site design coordination and managing the performance of external consultants through the delivery phase.

• Acting as the primary liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team.
• Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Driving an efficient design process aligned with project timelines and commercial targets.
• Supporting innovation in design and construction methodologies.
• A process-driven approach, strong technical understanding of construction, and a keen attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Desirable Experience

A minimum of 10 years' experience working for a Main Contractor.

Previous experience on at least one of the following sectors: Higher Education, Life Science/Pharmaceuticals or Wet Leisure/Swimming Pools or other Laboratory.

• Technical Manager
• Senior Design Manager
• Design Manager
• Principal Design Manager
• Design & Build Manager

Qualifications & Skills

HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related construction discipline.