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 Eastern South Construction team, working on an exciting £100m+ defence project in beautiful Suffolk!
Location
You'll be based in our Essex office with regular visits to the Suffolk site.
Contract Type
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Your Responsibilities
As a Senior Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in:
* Coordinating and integrating activities of our external design consultants to ensure adherence to programme timelines and quality standards.
* Managing the design process from the pre-construction phase through to on-site delivery.
* Interrogating enquiry documents, specifically the Employer's Requirements.
* Producing a Contractor's Proposal document in collaboration with internal departments.
* Driving innovative and cost-effective solutions into the design.
* Progressing design issues within strict timelines and ensuring designers meet information delivery dates.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if you have:
* Experience delivering high-value, complex design work from a main contractor perspective.
* The ability to organize, plan, program, and manage workloads effectively.
* An understanding of Building Regulations and Planning Permission procedures.
* Experience with site/contract procedures (this is a plus!).
At Kier, we value potential! If you don’t meet every single requirement, don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to chat!
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to fit your needs. Join us and enjoy:
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and Inclusion
Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us improve our policies.
Important 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!