Senior Design Manager / Design Lead – Major Education Project Location: Cardiff Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits Sector: Construction / Education / Major Projects The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Design Manager / Design Lead to take a pivotal role on a large-scale education project in Cardiff, valued at approximately £100m. This is a high-profile, technically complex scheme delivered by a leading Tier 1 contractor, offering long-term stability and the chance to influence a landmark development in South Wales. You will act as the Design Lead, managing the full design lifecycle from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring design excellence, compliance, and coordination across multiple disciplines. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the design process on a major education project from RIBA Stage 2 through to completion * Act as the single point of contact for all design-related matters, coordinating internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders * Manage and challenge architects, engineers, and specialist designers to ensure buildability, value, and programme alignment * Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, planning conditions, and employer’s requirements * Drive design coordination using BIM and digital design tools, ensuring clash-free and coordinated outputs * Manage d...