Senior Design Manager | Defence & Nuclear | £80k-£90kLocation: Wiltshire/Bristol (Site-based)Salary: £80,000 – £90,000Sector: High-Tech Design & Build | Defence, MOD & NuclearJob Type: Permanent, Full-timeJoin a market-leading design and build contractor delivering some of the UK's most important projects in defence, MOD, and nuclear sectors. We're seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead complex, high-value projects across Wiltshire and Bristol.If you thrive on technical challenges, want to work on projects that genuinely matter, and are ready to take your career to the next level, this is your opportunity.Our client is a leading design and build contractor specialising in high-tech, mission-critical projects across defence, nuclear, data, and energy sectors. With a reputation for technical excellence and innovation, they deliver complex projects that require the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety.They're committed to investing in their people, offering genuine career progression, and creating an inclusive workplace where talent thrives.What You'll Be DoingAs Senior Design Manager, you'll own the entire design lifecycle—from bid stage through to handover—on cutting-edge, high-tech construction projects.Your day-to-day will include:Leading design delivery on £10m+ projects in defence, MOD, and nuclear environmentsCoordinating multidisciplinary design teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractorsEnsuring full compliance with stringent regulatory, safety, and technical standardsDriving value engineering to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and buildable solutionsManaging design programmes to meet critical project milestonesBuilding strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and supply chain partnersReviewing and approving technical submissions, drawings, and specificationsIdentifying and mitigating design risks before they impact deliveryWhat We Need From YouEssential:10+ years in design management within constructionProven experience in defence, MOD, nuclear, or highly regulated sectorsStrong technical knowledge of design coordination and buildabilityProfessional qualification: RIBA, ICE, CIOB or equivalentCSCS Black Card (Design Manager minimum)SMSTS certificationExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsCommercial awareness with ability to balance quality, cost, and programmeDesirable:Experience with BIM Level 2 and digital design platformsBackground in data centres, secure facilities, or advanced manufacturingSecurity clearance or eligibility for SC clearanceKnowledge of CDM regulations and principal designer responsibilitiesWhat's In It For You?Competitive salary of £80,000–£90,000 (based on experience)Company car or car allowanceCareer development – Clear progression pathways and leadership trainingChallenging projects – Work on the UK's most critical infrastructureIndustry leader – Join a company with an outstanding reputation and project pipelineSupportive culture – Collaborative environment that values your expertiseJob security – Long-term projects with a stable, growing contractorProfessional development – Support for charterships and continued learningReady to Apply?If you're an experienced Senior Design Manager ready to lead high-profile projects in defence and nuclear sectors, we want to hear from you!Click "Apply Now" and we'll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss this opportunity.