Design Manager
Job in
Blyth, Northumberland, NE24, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
Salter Grange Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Engineering Design & Technologists, Architect / Sr. Architect
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salter Grange is recruiting for an experienced Design Manager for a major hyperscale data centre project on behalf of a leading international technical contractor.
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams from project inception through to construction and handover. This role requires a proactive leader with strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders within fast-paced project environments.
Senior Design Manager
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the design process throughout all project phases, from concept through detailed design, construction, and commissioning.
Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams including architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and specialist consultants.
Develop and manage design programmes aligned with overall project delivery schedules.
Review design deliverables to ensure compliance with client requirements, project specifications, applicable European standards and local regulations.
Collaborate closely with project managers, commercial teams, procurement, and site operations to maintain design intent throughout construction.
Manage design risk registers, technical queries, Requests for Information (RFIs) and design change processes.
Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, sustainable, and fully buildable.
Support value engineering initiatives while maintaining project quality and performance standards.
Design Manager Requirements
5+ years of experience in design management, engineering, or project delivery within the construction industry.
Experience on large-scale projects, ideally within data centres, mission-critical, pharmaceutical or industrial sectors.
Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams across multiple countries or regions.
Knowledge of European building regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
Experience working within BIM environments, including Autodesk Revit and common data environments.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Apply now for a confidential discussion with Salter Grange
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