Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager - Tier 1 Main Contractor 📍 Cambridge | £200m Commercial Scheme An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Design Manager to join a reputable Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major £200m Commercial project in Cambridgeshire. Our client is one of the busiest and most respected main contractors in the UK, renowned for delivering award-winning projects across multiple sectors. Following recent success in securing multiple commercial sector bids, the business sees this role as a key opportunity to support continued growth. Role & Responsibilities As Senior Design Manager, you will be site-based and responsible for managing the design process throughout the project lifecycle. Key accountabilities include: Efficiently managing design management tools to plan, track, and monitor: Design quality and compliance Timely production of design deliverables Progress of consultant and subcontractor design at all project stagesEnsuring best practice principles are followed, including: Design assurance and buildability reviews Alignment of design deliverables with the commercial strategySupporting the wider team by: Monitoring design-related risks Identifying and converting opportunities Recording, assessing, and managing the impact of design changesAccurately recording all design-related project interactions, including: Approvals, comments, submissions, and reviews Daily, monthly, and ongoing design records Driving results and ensuring all design approvals are achieved in line with project protocolsDesired Skills & Experience Relevant professional qualification in a related discipline (preferred) Minimum 3 years' experience in Design Management (RIBA Stages 3-6) Proven experience of on-site project delivery Strong ability to collaborate and build effective working relationships across: Design, procurement, and construction functionsApply If you are seeking a new career challenge in Design Management and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply by sending your CV or contact Francesca Cainelli on (phone number removed)