Senior Design Manager

Skilled Careers Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned construction firm is looking for a Senior Design Manager to lead design and technical delivery for facades and cladding projects in Kent. The ideal candidate will manage design teams, ensure compliance with regulations, and oversee project budgets. Strong leadership and technical expertise are essential for success in this role which includes site travel. Competitive compensation and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing design teams and complex projects.
• Strong understanding of facades and cladding systems.
• Ability to coordinate design processes and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and manage contractors through all project phases.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations and industry standards.
• Develop and monitor design programmes and budgets.
• Approve technical submissions and value engineering proposals.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Technical expertise in design

Regulation compliance

Budget management

Job description

Job Description

Senior Design Manager - Facades & Cladding

Location: Kent (site travel required)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design and technical delivery of facades and cladding projects. This role involves managing internal design teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards. The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to coordinate complex, high‑risk designs in line with current regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants through design, procurement, and construction phases.

• Ensure all designs are fully coordinated, regulation‑compliant, and aligned with company standards and best practice.

• Develop, manage, and monitor project‑specific design programmes and budgets.

• Review and approve technical submissions, alternative build methods, and value engineering proposals.

• Act as the main design interface with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams.

• Oversee document control, design approvals, RFIs, and change management processes.

• Attend site visits and technical meetings to monitor construction prog…