Senior Design Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

A well-established contractor is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead design processes for diverse projects across London and the Southeast. This role offers a clear path for progression to Principal Design Manager, in a supportive environment with a commitment to professional development and internal advancement. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in design management, particularly within the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in design management, especially in construction projects.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills are essential.
• Ability to provide technical guidance throughout the design and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process across multiple projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Review design risk, buildability, and value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Design Management

Technical Guidance

Coordinating Teams

Value Engineering

Job description

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I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Design Manager role with a key contractor in the Medway Area.

Please see below bit about the Contractor:

My client is with a well-established main contractor delivering a diverse range of projects across London and the Southeast, from complex Cut & Carves and high-spec fit-outs to new-build schemes. My clients project values range from £1M to £120M+, across both public and private sector. With a proven track record of successful delivery and longstanding client relationships, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join the team.

This is a strategic role with a clear path to Principal Design Manager and beyond. The company is known for its supportive environment, low staff turnover, and commitment to internal progression and professional development.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process across multiple projects from pre-construction to completion
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant design deliverables
• Provide technical guidance during design development and construction stages
• Review design risk, buildability, and value engineering opportunities
• Chair design team meetings and manage design deliverables within programme and budget
• Liaise with planning, procurement, and delivery teams to align design and construction strategies
• Champion best practices in design management and contribute to process improvement

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven design professional looking to step into a senior leadership pathway with a contractor that truly values its people.

Location: Medway Area

Package: Competitive salary DOE, with performance bonus, benefits, and performance-related bonus

For a confidential conversation, please get in touch or apply directly.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Construction

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