Senior Design Manager

Legendre Immobilier; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and construction firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee the design process from concept to completion. The successful candidate will coordinate internal and external teams, manage project risks, and ensure compliance with all relevant standards. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to develop effective design strategies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing design processes in construction.
• Strong leadership skills to coordinate teams and consultants.
• Ability to define and implement effective design strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process on multiple projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Oversee the design team and provide guidance.
• Contribute to tendering and collaborate with the Preconstruction team.
• Oversee and support the design team and review documentation for compliance.
• Assess design-related risks and propose mitigations.
• Collaborate with project management to align design with construction strategy.
• Conduct regular design reviews and stakeholder meetings to track progress.

Skills

Project management

Design strategy development

Team leadership

Collaboration with stakeholders

Job description

Are you a Design Manager with thewillingness to progress in a more senior position?

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior DesignManager to join our dynamic and growing team. As a key player in the preconstruction and construction stage, you will be responsible for managing all design aspects from concept to completion, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards, on time, and within budget.

Your main tasks:

• Lead and manage the design process from multiple projects, ensuring that designs meet the project’s objectives, budget, and timeline.
• Lead, coordinate and manage internal design teams and external consultants to ensure effective delivery of design objectives.
• Define and implement design strategies, management plans, and processes aligned with project and company goals.
• Play a key role in tendering and work closely with the Preconstruction team.
• Oversee and manage the design team, providing guidance and support.
• Review and approve design documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Manage project risks related to design and propose solutions to mitigate issues.
• Collaborate with the project management team to ensure the design aligns with the overall construction strategy.
• Conduct regular design reviews and meetings with stakeholders to track progress and ensure timely delivery.