Job Description
Join Our Team as a Senior Design Manager!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Design Manager to join our dynamic Southern team at our Solent office in Southampton. This is your chance to make a significant impact on exciting projects while collaborating with a dedicated group of professionals!
Location & Hours
Location: Solent office, Southampton (with travel to sites required)
Hours: 40 hours per week, with some flexibility available. Just let us know your preferences when we chat!
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As our Senior Design Manager, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality design solutions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Leading and coordinating design activities across multiple projects
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams, and consultants
* Ensuring design compliance with regulations, standards, and project specifications
* Managing design programmes and monitoring progress against key milestones
* Mentoring and supporting junior team members in their professional development
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if you:
* Have substantial experience in design management within the construction industry
* Possess excellent communication skills and can build collaborative relationships
* Are confident managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
* Hold relevant qualifications in construction, engineering, or a related field
* Are passionate about delivering quality outcomes and supporting team success
Why Join Us?
Would you like to work in a friendly and dedicated team? We would love to hear from you!
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
* Flexible working options
* Professional development opportunities
* And much more!
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 all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives.
As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We treat 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 and hope you’ll join us in making a difference at Kier!