Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager London & South (Hybrid) £70,000 – £90,000 + Package About Our Client A fast-growing, family-run main contractor who have scaled to £100m turnover in just 9 years, with clear plans to reach £250m over the next 5 years. Founded by two brothers, they’ve built a strong reputation across the Industrial & Logistics sector, delivering projects typically ranging from £5m–£30m. With a new Midlands office and expansion into new sectors, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth, offering genuine opportunity to be part of that journey. They operate in a highly buoyant market, driven by the continued rise of e-commerce and demand for logistics infrastructure, working with major, well-established clients. What really sets them apart is their culture: * 50% of directors are women, with strong diversity across senior leadership * Company-wide bonuses (from cleaners through to directors) * 4.5-day working week promoting work-life balance, which will transition to a 4 day week by the end of this year * Exceptional staff retention and a clear focus on internal progression * Opportunity to take ownership and be the “face” of projects, regardless of level The Role As a Senior Design Manager, you’ll take ownership of design management across multiple projects within the London & South region, ensuring consistency, quality, and delivery in line with company standards. This is a hybrid role, combining office, site, and stakeholder interaction, giving you real exposure across the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: * Leading design development and coordination from tender handover through to completion * Ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and client requirements * Managing design risks and driving value engineering opportunities * Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants * Overseeing design programmes, key milestones, and critical package releases * Leading design change control and understanding commercial/programme impacts * Collaborating closely with construction, commercial, and procurement teams * Mentoring and supporting Design Managers within the team What They’re Looking For * Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager role within a main contracting environment * Strong understanding of design development across RIBA Stages 3–6 * Ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Relevant construction qualification (or equivalent experience) * CSCS Card & full UK driving licence Why This Role? This is a standout opportunity to join a cash-rich, growing contractor where you won’t just be another number. You’ll play a key role in shaping projects, influencing design strategy, and contributing to a business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely people-first culture