Design Manager

Design Manager - Data Centre and Mission Critical

Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow or Edinburgh

Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9‑day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes.

We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

We have an opportunity for a Design Manager to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable solutions across multiple Data Centre and Mission Critical projects
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We have a well‑established reputation for delivering outstanding design on built environment projects throughout the North. Our work spans cutting edge healthcare and research facilities, high‑performance data centres, critical infrastructure and state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and technology environments projects that push boundaries and deliver real‑world impact.

Our experience covers everything in the Data Centre & Mission Critical sector – from complex live plant upgrades, close control, data halls, financial‑sector trading floor environments, critical engineering, and due diligence reviews of existing facilities, you will get to work on projects across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and practical delivery to create solutions that are not only robust and reliable, but forward‑thinking and sustainable. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, collaborating with leading clients across the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally.

We have a brand‑new opportunity for a Data Centre & Mission Critical Design Manager to join/support our North region. This role can be based in any of our regional offices, including Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow or Edinburgh.

As we continue to grow and secure exciting new project portfolios, now is a great time to join us. Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high‑performing work culture.

The Design Management role is one which brings together people and projects to achieve the highest outcomes and maintain Hoare Lea’s position as an industry leader.

In this role, you can expect to:

• Take ownership of design management duties across technically complex engineering projects including Data Centres and Mission Critical Facilities.
• Responsible for dealing successfully with Clients…