Senior Design Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction firm is looking for a Senior Design Manager to oversee design processes across residential, commercial, and industrial projects in Yorkshire. You will lead design teams, manage project planning, ensure compliance with regulations, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of project management methodologies. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading design teams and managing processes.
• Ability to produce and manage design programs and risk registers.
• Understanding of compliance with contract requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design teams and chair design meetings.
• Produce design programs and manage information schedules.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and standards.

Skills

Leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of project management methodologies

Commercial awareness

Job description

Reference: VAC-354529_1764580895
Posted: December 1, 2025

Our key client, a national main contractor, work across a number of schemes (residential/commercial/industrial/healthcare/educational) are seeking to appoint a Senior Design Manager for schemes secured throughout the Yorkshire region.

Key responsibilities

• Team and process management: Lead and manage design teams and external consultants, chair design meetings, and oversee the entire design process from tender to completion.
• Project planning and delivery: Produce and manage design programs, information schedules, and risk registers.
• Quality and compliance: Ensure the design is compliant with all contract requirements, legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
• Risk and budget management: Identify and mitigate design and financial risks, manage the design budget, and control design changes.
• Coordination and communication: Liaise between clients, design consultants, and project staff to ensure all parties are aligned on design matters.
• Documentation and reporting: Prepare and validate design management plans and provide regular progress reports.
• Contract administration: Vet and appoint design team members, ensuring all terms and conditions are acceptable
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Commercial awareness and experience with contracts and bids.
• Familiarity with legislation, standards, and codes of practice relevant to the industry

For further information on the role/opportunity, please call Ryan Hayes on 01142 130900.