Senior Design Manager - Commercial | Residential | Hotels

© 2026 Borne Resourcing Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager in London who will lead the translation of contract drawings into effective development solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of design management experience and a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering. Responsibilities include managing planning conditions and design coordination. Compensation ranging from £75K to £90K annually. Interested candidates should send their CV to a specified email.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years design management experience.
• Enjoyment of working in the office during pre-construction and on-site during site production.
• Up to date knowledge of building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leading the translation of contract drawings into effective development solutions.
• Managing the discharging of planning conditions on assigned projects.
• Regularly reporting progress to department head and director.
• Resolving day-to-day design problems and liaising with the client.

Skills

Design management

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering or Construction

Job description

Senior Design Manager - Commercial | Residential | Hotels

London

Posted: 07/01/2026

Salary: £75K- £90K per year (J29566)

Responsibilities

• Leading the translation of contract drawings, specifications and documentation into an effective and commercial development solution
• Managing the discharging of planning conditions and building control on assigned projects
• Management of novated designers, including fees and information delivery
• Coordination of trade packages, including responding to design queries, managing change control and drawing approvals to agreed protocols
• Regularly reporting progress and keeping the department head and board Director appraised of progress and key issues on all current projects
• Resolving all day‑to‑day design problems as they arise by preparing solutions and, where appropriate, liaising with the head of department for submission to the Client for approval
• Awareness and identification of design risks and proactively driving appropriate resolutions
• Regular attendance at project meetings

Qualifications and Attributes

• Minimum of 10 years design management experience
• Enjoyment of working in the office during pre‑construction, and then on site during site production
• Degree qualification in Structural / Civil Engineering or Construction
• Up to date knowledge of building regulations

The company recognises the efforts and dedication of all their employees and will reward with an excellent remuneration.

If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply for this position in London then please email an updated CV to [e-mail]