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Senior Design Manager

United Kingdom, Hertfordshire 80000.00 - 92000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 21, 2026
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An award-winning Main Contractor renowned for advancing modern methods of construction and digital design innovation is seeking to strengthen its Design team with the appointment of a Senior Design Manager. The successful candidate will be joining a flagship Healthcare project in the local area initially working in Pre-Construction. Operating across multiple sectors including Commercial, Science, Residential, Mixed-Use, Healthcare, Higher Education, and Regeneration.

Job Responsibility

  • Acting as the primary liaison between the design team, client, and on-site delivery team
  • Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations
  • Driving an efficient design process aligned with project timelines and commercial targets
  • Supporting innovation in design and construction methodologies
  • Managing the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery
  • Overseeing technical compliance and design management, focusing primarily on early feasibility and procurement stages, while also monitoring on-site design coordination and managing the performance of external consultants

Requirements

  • Significant experience as a Design Manager, Technical Manager, or Design & Build Manager on complex projects valued at £20 million+, from early planning through to completion
  • Sector experience across Healthcare, Life Science or Education sectors would be highly advantageous
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience within an Architectural Practice, Developer, or Main Contractor (experience with a Main Contractor is highly advantageous)
  • In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, Design & Build contracts, planning legislation, and Building Regulations
  • HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills
  • Understanding of digital design and modern construction techniques

Nice to have

  • Sector experience across Healthcare, Life Science or Education sectors would be highly advantageous
  • Experience with a Main Contractor is highly advantageous

What we offer

  • car or allowance
  • healthcare
  • performance bonus
  • pension
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