Senior Design Manager: HRB Retrofit & BIM Lead

Wates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Manager to lead design teams through complex refurbishment and retrofit projects. Candidates should have a strong technical background, expertise in compliance with the Building Safety Act, and proven leadership skills in managing design risk for higher-risk buildings. This role offers a significant opportunity for leadership in a dynamic environment with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HRB design compliance, fire safety, and structural integrity.
• Experience leading design teams on complex refurbishment and retrofit projects.
• Experience in planned maintenance schemes and occupied building works.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all RIBA stages, ensuring compliance with Building Safety Act.
• Manage design risk and assurance processes for Higher-Risk Buildings.
• Deliver retrofit schemes that meet energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

Skills

Proven leadership in managing design risk for HRBs

Expertise in RIBA stage management and regulatory compliance

Familiarity with retrofit design principles, energy efficiency, and sustainability

Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

BIM Level 2

Digital design tools

Job description

A leading construction firm in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Manager to lead design teams through complex refurbishment and retrofit projects. Candidates should have a strong technical background, expertise in compliance with the Building Safety Act, and proven leadership skills in managing design risk for higher-risk buildings. This role offers a significant opportunity for leadership in a dynamic environment with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability.