Senior Design Manager
Senior Design Manager – Facades & Cladding
Location: Orpington
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 (DOE)
A leading facades and cladding contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join its Orpington-based team. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the design function across complex residential and high-rise projects.
The Role
You will manage the full design lifecycle from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring all design deliverables are coordinated, compliant, and aligned with programme and commercial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants across all project phases
* Ensure designs are fully coordinated, compliant with regulations, and meet company standards
* Develop and manage project-specific design programmes and budgets
* Review technical submissions, alternative construction methods, and value engineering opportunities
* Coordinate design interfaces with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams
* Manage document control, design approvals, and change control processes
* Attend site meetings and inspections to ensure design compliance during construction
* Oversee the timely delivery of handover documentation, including O&M manuals and H&S files
Requirements
* Proven experience managing design processes on residential or high-rise projects
* Strong knowledge of facades, cladding systems, and construction methodologies
* Good understanding of UK legislation, including the Building Safety Act
* Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit, with experience in BIM processes
* Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and solutions-driven
* Confident and collaborative team player
* Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
* Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
* Committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability
What’s on Offer
* £80,000 – £90,000 salary depending on experience
* Opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects
* Career progression within a growing specialist contractor
If this role is of interest, please reach out to Charles Howe of Tradeline Recruitment via phone or email