Senior Design Manager

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Senior Design Manager - Facades & Cladding
Location: Kent (site travel required)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design and technical delivery of facades and cladding projects . This role involves managing internal design teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards . The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to coordinate complex, high-risk designs in line with current regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants through design, procurement, and construction phases .

Ensure all designs are fully coordinated, regulation-compliant , and aligned with company standards and best practice.

Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets .

Review and approve technical submissions , alternative build methods, and value engineering proposals .

Act as the main design interface with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams .

Oversee document control, design approvals, RFIs, and change management processes .

Attend site visits and technical meetings to monitor construction progress and design compliance.

Ensure timely completion of handover documentation , including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident information packs.

Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other statutory duties as required.

Essential Experience & Requirements
Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes on residential and/or high-rise projects .

Essential background in one or more of the following :
BSR (Building Safety Regulator) regulated projects

Cladding and façade remediation or new-build façades

Main contracting or developer-led projects

In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding systems, construction methodologies , and relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act .

Strong leadership, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.

Competent in CAD and BIM environments (AutoCAD, Revit).

Professional membership (e.g. CIOB , CIAT , RICS ) preferred.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across Kent and surrounding areas.

Personal Qualities
Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to perform under pressure.

Confident, resourceful, and collaborative in multidisciplinary environments.

Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

Passionate about technical excellence, compliance, innovation, and sustainability .

What's On Offer
Structured training and ongoing professional development .

Opportunities to broaden expertise in commercial systems, regulatory compliance, and business operations .

A supportive, collaborative, and professional working culture.

Clear career progression within the organisation.

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Location:
London
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Design

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