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Senior Design Manager

Job Description

We are working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor seeking a Senior or highly experienced Design Manager to join their residential delivery team.

This role will involve working on major residential schemes across the UK, attending site 3-5 days per week. All travel, hotel etc. expenses will be fully covered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing the full design process from pre-construction through delivery
  • Coordinating consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Ensuring design compliance, buildability, and programme alignment
  • Supporting project teams on live residential schemes
  • Attending site regularly and driving design solutions on complex projects

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Design Manager / Senior Design Manager
  • Strong residential accommodation project experience (essential)
  • Background working with Tier 1 or large main contractors
  • Comfortable working across multiple sites nationally
  • Strong communication and coordination skills

Package:

  • £65,000 - £75,000 salary (depending on experience)
  • All travel, hotels, and food fully expensed
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationwide residential projects
  • Long-term role with a well-established contractor

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager looking for a senior role with exposure to large-scale residential developments nationwide.