Senior Design Manager

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead design delivery on large-scale industrial projects in London. Candidates must have a strong background in design management and proven experience with complex projects. The role involves oversight of junior team members, strategic planning, and ensuring design alignment with client needs while managing technical challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in a leading company.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Opportunities to influence strategy

Excellent team culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in design management within a main contractor.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale industrial projects.
• Deep understanding of construction methodology and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from tender to completion.
• Manage consultant performance and appointments.
• Oversee the resolution of technical issues across the programme.

Skills

Design Management

Project Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Job description

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Are you a Senior Design Manager ready to take on large-scale industrial projects?

Do you bring extensive experience managing complex design programmes for a main contractor?

Are you looking to join a business with a strong foothold in the industrial sector?

About the Company

This main contractor has a growing presence in the industrial sector, with a robust project pipeline that includes major warehouse and data centre schemes. They pride themselves on innovation, quality delivery, and fostering long-term client relationships. With project values reaching into the tens of millions, they offer exciting opportunities for experienced professionals.

About the Role

As a Senior Design Manager, you'll lead the design delivery on large-scale industrial projects, overseeing junior team members and reporting to the Head of Design. You'll play a key role in strategic design planning, risk management, and programme alignment across multiple project phases.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the full design process from tender to completion
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and consultants
• Manage consultant appointments and monitor performance
• Chair design and technical meetings with all project stakeholders
• Ensure design intent aligns with client requirements and buildability
• Oversee statutory submissions and manage approval processes
• Lead the resolution of technical issues across the programme
• Mentor and support junior design managers where required
• Input into business development, bids, and early-stage planning

Requirements

• Strong background in design management at a senior level within a main contractor
• Proven experience leading large-scale industrial projects
• Deep understanding of construction methodology, buildability, and compliance
• Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Flexible to work across office and project sites in London/Home Counties
• Attractive salary package - £90,000 to £95,000 all in
• High-profile, technically complex projects
• Opportunities to influence strategy and design leadership
• Excellent team culture with strong senior leadership support

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design and Project Management

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Construction

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