Join Our Team as a Senior Design Manager!
Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in a large-scale, £100m+ defence project in Suffolk? We’re looking for a Senior Design Manager to join our dynamic Eastern South Construction team. This is your chance to make a significant impact while working in a collaborative and innovative environment!
Location
Office: Essex
Site: Suffolk
Contract
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As a Senior Design Manager, you will be at the forefront of coordinating and integrating the efforts of our external design consultants. Your expertise will ensure that all activities are managed to meet programme timescales and uphold our quality standards. Here’s what your day-to-day will look like:
* Manage the design process from pre-construction through to on-site delivery.
* Interrogate enquiry documents, including the Employer's Requirements.
* Collaborate with internal departments to produce a comprehensive Contractor's Proposal document.
* Drive innovative and cost-effective solutions into the design.
* Progress design issues within strict timescales and ensure designers meet information delivery dates.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if you possess:
* Experience delivering high-value, complex design work from a main contractor perspective.
* Strong organizational, planning, and workload management skills.
* A solid understanding of Building Regulations and Planning Permission procedures.
* Experience with site/contract procedures (this is a plus!).
At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferrable skills. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us!
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
* Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Your experiences can help us create a better workplace for everyone!
Additional Information
Due to the nature of this role, you will need to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We treat all applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.
We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and be part of something great!