Senior Design Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager for a prominent residential project in Greater London. The role involves leading the design management process, ensuring technical compliance, and coordinating between various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in the construction sector along with a strong grasp of design and planning legislation. This position offers a competitive salary of around £85k plus benefits including a car allowance, healthcare, and pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Design Manager or Technical Manager on residential and mixed-use projects.
• Minimum of 10 years working for an Architectural Practice, Developer, or Main Contractor.
• Excellent understanding of Design & Build contracts and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical compliance and design management during early feasibility stages.
• Coordinate between design teams, clients, and on-site delivery.
• Monitor design coordination and manage external consultants.

Skills

Construction methodology

Design & Build contracts

Planning legislation

Building Regulations

NHBC warranty requirements

Technical compliance

Education

ARB, RIBA or MCIAT membership &/or Degree in architecture

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Design Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1326

Location: Greater London - Office & Site within c20mins of Hackney

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£85k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance (c£6k), healthcare, pension etc.

Company & Project: A highly regarded main contractor operating in the Residential, Commercial, Mixed-Use and Regeneration sectors, are seeking to recruit a Senior Design Manager to lead a large Residential and Mixed-Use project in excess of c£40m+ across multiple phases.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical compliance and design management predominantly at early feasibility and procurement stages, but also with involvement monitoring the on-site Design coordination and managing external consultants.

Pan, manage & co-ordinate the design team, Consultants teams and Design Sub-Contractors design information béy accordance with:

• The Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
• The Building Safetyiamsctetact ae 2022
• The main contract/ER's, legislation, and planning.

Act as the key point of coordination between the design teams, client and on-site delivery team.

This candidate should have an excellent knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, NHBC warranty requirements and delivery of planning approval and detailed design of residential and mixed use schemes.

A process driven individual, with practical construction knowledge, and a keen eye for detail is an essential skill Wissen for this role.

Desirable Experience

• Extensive experience as a Design Manager OR Technical Manager OR Design & Build Manager on mediumamericana and high-rise (over 18m) residential and mixed-use construction projects from early planning stages through to project completion.
• Minimum of 10 years' engagement working for either an Architectural Practice, Developer or Main Contractor.
• Excellent knowledge of Construction methodology, Design & Build contracts, Planning legislation, Building Regulations, NHBC warranty requirements
• Previous Roles: Technical Manager OR Senior Design Manager OR Design Manager OR Senior Design Co-ordinator OR Design & Build Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

ARB, Dhe RIBA or MCIAT membership &/or, a Degree in architect/architectural technology or equivalent diploma (minimum).

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Senior Design Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.