Senior Design Manager

Austin Fraser; Leeds; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee and coordinate the design of construction projects in Leeds. In this pivotal role, you will manage projects valued between £15m and £50m, ensuring all design activities are executed efficiently from the tender stage through to the completion of construction. Your expertise in design management, coupled with strong technical knowledge across various design solutions, will be essential in delivering successful outcomes. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including private medical insurance and a generous pension scheme, making it an exciting prospect for experienced professionals looking to make an impact in the construction sector.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance

Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%

Opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday

Range of company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in design management at tender and construction stages.
• Good knowledge of current CDM and Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design of construction projects from tender to completion.
• Build productive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Design Management

Technical Knowledge of Architectural Design

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Construction-based HNC or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Document Management Systems

Powerproject

Team Plan

Job description

Senior Design Manager

Reddbrick are currently recruiting for a Senior Design Manager to work with our Client in Leeds. Our Client is a leading Contractor with experience working across a range of sectors including High Rise and BTR schemes.

You will manage and coordinate the design of construction (non-civil) projects from tender stage right through to the completion of the construction stage design information and production of the operating and maintenance manuals.

The projects you will work on will range in value from £15m - £50m. On smaller projects, you will be based in the office whilst working on up to three projects at a time and visiting site as necessary. On larger projects, you will initially be based in the office before moving onto site full time to work alongside the rest of the project team.

Senior Design Manager requirements:

1. You will need a proven track record of undertaking design management activities at both tender and construction stages.
2. You will have experience of High Rise Schemes.
3. You will demonstrate a good all-round level of technical expertise commensurate with a Design Management role in areas such as:
1. Good technical knowledge of architectural, structural, civil and building services design solutions.
2. Experience of developing a broad range of substructure design and structural frame solutions.
3. Good knowledge of current CDM and Building Regulations.
4. Understanding of BREEAM and the Planning application process and discharging of conditions.
5. You will have the ability to communicate with a range of people both verbally and in writing with a client and customer focus in order to build productive relationships.
6. You will be an analytical problem solver, with the ability to make reasoned and informed judgements and decisions.
7. You will be able to plan, organise and project manage, whilst working independently and in a team environment.
8. You will demonstrate effective leadership, ideally with people management experience.
9. You will ideally hold a construction-based HNC (or equivalent level of technical knowledge).
10. You will have experience in using Microsoft packages e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word along with document management systems, Powerproject, Team plan (or similar software).
11. Hold a valid driving licence and CSCS card.

Senior Design Manager Benefits:

1. Competitive salary - range from £75,000 - £90,000.
2. Car allowance.
3. 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday).
4. Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover).
5. Life Assurance.
6. Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%.
7. A range of company benefits.

If this is the role for you, please apply today.