Senior Design Manager – Lead D&B Projects (Derby)

Saxton Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading contractor reputation

Excellent progression and development

Deliver local award-winning projects

Full order book for 2026–2028

Job summary

Saxton Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Design Manager based in Derby, covering East Midlands projects ranging from £5m to £30m. The role focuses on leading design across architectural, M&E, structural and civil disciplines, ensuring compliance with CDM and Building Regulations, and coordinating with architects, engineers and clients.

The ideal candidate will have substantial D&B delivery experience, strong team leadership, and a track record with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of architectural, M&E, structural, civil design solutions.
• Experience delivering D&B projects as a Design Manager.
• Strong knowledge of CDM and Building Regulations.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.

Responsibilities

• Review the technical aspects of details put forward by architects and engineers.
• Coordinate changes with the Design team to ensure best value.
• Lead design team meetings and coordinate build process.
• Liaise with client and consultant throughout the project.

Skills

Architectural design

M&E design

Structural design

Civil design

D&B design experience

CDM regulations

Tier 1/2 contractor experience

Job description

Saxton Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Design Manager based in Derby, covering East Midlands projects ranging from £5m to £30m. The role focuses on leading design across architectural, M&E, structural and civil disciplines, ensuring compliance with CDM and Building Regulations, and coordinating with architects, engineers and clients.

The ideal candidate will have substantial D&B delivery experience, strong team leadership, and a track record with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors.