Senior Design Manager — Commercial Refurb & Retrofit Lead

ARC Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organization in the construction sector is seeking a Senior Design Manager in Cambridge. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary design teams on commercial refurbishment and retrofit projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing energy performance. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field, proficiency in BIM, and strong skills in stakeholder communication. Competitive salary of up to £80k plus package offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading design delivery on commercial refurbishment, retrofit, or high-rise property projects.
• Proven capability in managing design assurance, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of energy-efficiency retrofit principles and sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design teams through all RIBA stages for commercial developments.
• Ensure compliance with building safety regulations.
• Oversee BIM Level 2 implementation across project stages.

Skills

Design delivery on commercial refurbishment

Regulatory compliance

Energy-efficiency retrofit principles

Stakeholder coordination

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

BIM Level 2

Digital design technologies

Job description

A respected organization in the construction sector is seeking a Senior Design Manager in Cambridge. The role involves leading multi-disciplinary design teams on commercial refurbishment and retrofit projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing energy performance. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field, proficiency in BIM, and strong skills in stakeholder communication. Competitive salary of up to £80k plus package offered.