Senior Design Manager
Salary/Rate:£80,000 to £85,000 plus benefits
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Derby
Country:United Kingdom
Job ref:United Kingdom
Post Date:14. 09. 2026
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About the Role
Senior Design Manager
Location: Derby
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Executive Package
About the Role
An outstanding opportunity for a Senior Design Manager to join a well-established, family-owned main contractor based in Derby. Renowned for high-quality project delivery, financial stability, and exceptional staff retention, the business operates across the Midlands delivering schemes valued between £5m and £30m.
Focusing predominantly on JCT Design & Build contracts, the pipeline spans education, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and leisure sectors. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking an experienced Design Manager to take overall technical lead from early preconstruction right through to site delivery.
Key Requirements
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End-to-End Leadership: Proven track record managing design teams across both Preconstruction (bids, two-stage tenders, consultant appointments) and Delivery phases.
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Sector Expertise: Strong exposure to Education schemes—specifically Department for Education (DfE) technical frameworks and output specifications—alongside general commercial/industrial experience.
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Technical & CDE Systems: Solid working knowledge of Common Data Environments (CDE), with direct experience in Viewpoint considered a strong advantage.
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Contract Knowledge: Deep understanding of JCT D&B contracts, buildability reviews, and compliance management.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead design management operations from early bid/pre-con stage through to site completion.
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Direct and coordinate external consultants, sub-contractors, and internal delivery teams.
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Establish and drive design programmes, statutory approvals, quality assurance, and Building Safety Act compliance.
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Act as the technical design authority across assigned regional projects, reporting directly to the Head of Design.
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Interface with clients, academy trusts, and local authority stakeholders to align Employer’s Requirements.
What’s on Offer
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Company Stability: Join a respected, family-owned regional contractor with a solid balance sheet and long-term project pipeline.
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Career Growth: Clear progression path working directly alongside the Head of Design with real autonomy.
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Package: Competitive basic salary up to £85k, car allowance/company vehicle, private healthcare, enhanced pension, and performance bonus.
To Apply
To discuss this position in complete confidence, please submit your CV or contact Cruise Control Recruitment directly.
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