We are looking for an experienced Head of Design Management to lead Design Management within the Essex, Morgan Sindall Construction office. Reporting to the Area Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Design Management function, including line management of Design Managers, resourcing and recruitment, project input during pre-construction and construction phases, design programme development and reporting, and ensuring compliance with MS processes and standards. This position is office-based with regular site visits.
Through administering Morgan Sindall's Design Management processes, you will manage and coordinate the entire design process through the RIBA stages, contribute to bid and work-winning activities, and oversee PCSA/Second Stage, SHEQ, operations, and commercial reviews. Knowledge of sustainability and digital capabilities is essential, as these are integrated into our approach to design management.
You will ensure departmental procedures are completed and compliant, participate in design strategy development, and ensure adherence to the scope of services and design brief, developing comprehensive scopes for key project stages.
The successful candidate will oversee design managers and coordinate activities across the design team, supply chain, and statutory bodies (e.g., Local Authority planners, Building Control, HSE), ensuring alignment with critical programme dates and compliance with legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
What are we looking for?
You may be a Principal or Senior Design Manager with previous line management experience seeking the next step in your career. This role involves managing a larger team and contributing to the evolution of design management at Morgan Sindall through the national Design Manager HoDM working group. You should be a clear communicator, collaborative, and able to maximize team output.
Ideal candidates will have significant project experience across RIBA stages, strong two-stage (PCSA) design and build procurement experience, and on-site design management. Experience with Tier one main contractors, qualifications at BA/BSc level, and membership of relevant professional institutes are preferred.
Preferred qualifications and experience include:
* Extensive experience in the main contracting market, particularly in Education, Healthcare, and Higher Education sectors, with schemes between £10-£50 million.
* Existing network of consultant contacts and relationships.
* Ability to lead a team of consultants, with strong sustainability knowledge, including BREEAM and project experience across bid/delivery stages.
* Experience in Pre-construction (PSCA), BIM, embodied carbon calculation, and energy-in-use is advantageous.
* Proven ability to present to stakeholders and clients, with experience in business development and reporting.
We value a passionate, inclusive, and hardworking team environment. Morgan Sindall Construction supports work-life balance with benefits such as pension schemes, holiday entitlement, life assurance, professional recognition, mental wellbeing support, share plans, incentives, discounts, long service awards, and enhanced family leave.
About Us
Morgan Sindall provides construction and infrastructure services nationwide, aiming to deliver excellent results for customers, partners, and ourselves. Our leadership focuses on building a sustainable, profitable business driven by outstanding people committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and can thrive.
Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application.
At Morgan Sindall Construction, we promote diversity and inclusion, valuing different ideas, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to be the best place to work in the industry, fostering an environment where everyone feels included, respected, and empowered to be themselves.
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