Senior Design Manager - Construction Lead (Southern Region)

AltsWire; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier in the UK is seeking a Senior Design Manager to join the Southern team at the Solent office, Southampton, with occasional travel to sites. You will lead design activities, manage client and consultant relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

We value collaboration and mentoring, with a role that combines programme management, design coordination across multiple projects, and delivering high-quality outcomes for exciting schemes in the region.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in design management within the construction industry.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Confident managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Holds relevant qualifications in construction, engineering or related field.
• Passionate about delivering quality outcomes and supporting team success.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating design activities across multiple projects.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams and consultants.
• Ensuring design compliance with regulations, standards and project specifications.
• Managing design programmes and monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members in their professional development.

Skills

Design management

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Construction/Engineering qualification

Education

Construction/Engineering qualification

Job description

Kier in the UK is seeking a Senior Design Manager to join the Southern team at the Solent office, Southampton, with occasional travel to sites. You will lead design activities, manage client and consultant relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

We value collaboration and mentoring, with a role that combines programme management, design coordination across multiple projects, and delivering high-quality outcomes for exciting schemes in the region.