Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager £85,000 £ 95,000  Car Allowance  Full Benefits Package Wiltshire / National Projects Full
-Time / Permanent Join a specialist contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across data, defence and energy. Were growing our design leadership capability ahead of a major multi-stage Data Centre programme in Wiltshire (c.£80m), now progressing through Stage 4 design with enabling works scheduled for 2026. As Senior Design Manager, youll lead design strategy, governance and delivery across large, technically demanding schemes.

Youll shape design performance from bid through construction and handover, ensuring compliance, clarity and best-in-class technical assurance. WHAT YOU WILL LEAD Full design management across major projects Design governance, reporting and risk control Delivery strategy aligned to procurement, construction and commissioning Technical assurance, statutory compliance and Safety in Design Value engineering, optimisation and commercial impact Client, consultant and stakeholder engagement Leadership and development of Design Managers Continuous improvement and digital design adoption ABOUT YOU Significant experience managing design on major construction projects Strong track record leading multi-disciplinary design teams Deep understanding of contractual, technical and regulatory requirements Proven ability to drive value engineering and design optimisation Experience developing design management capability Degree qualified;

RIBA/CIOB/ICE or equivalent (Chartered desirable) SMSTS  Black CSCS preferred SALARY AND BENEFITS £85,000 £ 95,000 Car allowance (role-dependent) Competitive pension Electric vehicle scheme BUPA Healthcare and Cash Plan 25 days holiday and Bank Holidays and Birthday off Reference Number: CO1 To be considered for this position or other opportunities, contact Tash Johnson at Equal Resourcing Ltd or click "Apply Now."

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