About this Role: Experienced Senior Design Manager required to join this busy Tier 1 main contractor as Design Lead for a complex £150m new entrance works and MSCP project for one of London's key aviation transport hubs. As Design Lead for the project, you will be involved in the preconstruction phase for this prior to commencement on site next year and throughout the construction phase circa 2 years. The scheme will involve an extensive re-working of the entrance involving roads, ramps, bridges, structures, and service diversions as well as building above existing underground transport links. The location will remain live and fully operational throughout. Reporting to the Regional Design Manager and Project Director for the, you will manage the detailed design development and buildability aspects of the scheme through second stage preconstruction and out to commencement on site; You will be based on the project throughout and lead a small focussed team. Duties will include: Management of the design development for the project, packages and sections of works; Chairing regular design team meetings; Management of consultant design team; Regular liaison with key clients, trusts and end users / heads of department; Engagement with and managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Dealing with local authorities to achieve planning permissions; Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering where appropriate; Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. Management of your site based team of Design Managers, Coordinators, Information Manager, etc. About the Contractor: The company is a Tier 1 national main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in aviation, healthcare, commercial offices, higher education faculty buildings, student accommodation, etc in the South East region. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc. For this particular role, previous experience of a project with large civil engineering aspects as well as building would be highly desirable, as would prior experience of working in the aviation sector. You will have excellent communication and negotiations skills, strong planning and problem-solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a motivated, positive and detail focussed individual able to work well within a large team dynamic. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Senior Design Management role, and have proven ability to lead a small focussed team. High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney on 07984 174040 or send your CV to Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK