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Job Description
Senior Design Manager – Commercial Cut & Carve Project – City of London
Project Value: £15m
Contract: JCT DnB
Location: City of London
The Opportunity
A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design delivery of a complex commercial cut‑and‑carve redevelopment in the heart of the City. This £15m scheme involves transforming a dated 1970s office building into modern, high‑end commercial workspace.
The Project
This multifaceted redevelopment includes:
Full strip‑out of the existing 1970s office building
Complete refurbishment to create premium commercial office space
High‑end communal areas, meeting suites, breakout zones
Addition of a luxury gym, cycle storage, maintenance facilities, showers, and locker rooms
Reconfiguration and relocation of lift cores to improve floorplate efficiency
Two additional floors added at the upper levels
Delivery under a JCT form of contract
Central City location with all associated logistical and stakeholder complexities
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process from pre‑construction through delivery
Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and client representatives
Oversee temporary works, structural alterations, and complex reconfiguration elements
Ensure design compliance, buildability, and value engineering opportunities
Manage design risk, programme pressures, and technical approvals
Work closely with project teams to ensure smooth integration of new structural/architectural elements
Maintain documentation, RFI processes, technical submittals, and consultant outputs
Candidate Requirements
To succeed in this position, you should have:
Solid experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager
A proven track record on cut‑and‑carve, refurbishment, or major structural alteration projects
Experience with commercial office refurbishment highly desirable
Strong understanding of JCT contract processes
Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to manage structural interventions, services upgrades, and complex phasing
What’s on Offer
Competitive senior‑level package (discussed based on experience)
Opportunity to lead a technically challenging, architecturally significant City project
Work with a respected main contractor on a landmark scheme
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