Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join our Engineer team, focusing on key projects across the East Midlands, including Peterborough (Hospital), Leicester (Pepsi R&D Facility), and Northampton (roof projects for International Academy), with additional projects as needed. This is a 12-month contract with the potential to become permanent, offering excellent career prospects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead design management for multiple projects, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
* Assess project requirements, develop plans, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
* Coordinate and manage design processes across various sites in the East Midlands.
* Work independently, hitting the ground running with minimal supervision.
* Collaborate with project teams to ensure designs meet technical and client specifications.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Design Manager in engineering or construction projects.
* Ability to assess, plan, and manage complex design projects with confidence and autonomy.
* Strong organizational and communication skills to provide clear project updates.
* Willingness to travel across the East Midlands (Peterborough, Leicester, Northampton) as required.
* Not a project manager transitioning to design work; must have established design management expertise.
* Comfortable with a hybrid working model (3 days in Coalville office, some home and site-based work).
Working Arrangements
* Hybrid Role: 3 days per week in the office (Coalville, LE67 3HP), with a mix of home working and site visits.
* Travel: Regular travel to project sites in the East Midlands. No mileage paid for commuting or site visits.
Contract Duration
* Initial 12-month contract with the potential to transition to a permanent role.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Management and Design
* Industries: Construction
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