Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager– Major Data Centre Project

London Based

We are partnering with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor to appoint an experienced Senior Design Manager.

This contractor is well known for delivering technically complex, high-value projects across the UK and internationally. The scheme is a substantial, multi-million-pound data centre requiring exceptional leadership, coordination, and technical expertise.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, understand the demands of major build programmes, and have a proven history of delivering large-scale projects, this role offers the platform to make a real impact.

The Opportunity

You will play a critical role in the successful delivery of a high-profile data centre project, managing key structural and envelope packages from inception through to completion.

This is not a role for someone stepping up, we are seeking a proven Senior Design Manager who understands Tier 1 processes, reporting structures, programme pressures, and stakeholder management at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage major work packages, with particular focus on steel frame structures and façade systems

Coordinate subcontractors and specialist trades to maintain programme milestones

Drive health & safety standards across site operations

Manage quality assurance and technical compliance

Liaise with design teams, consultants, and client representatives

Contribute to programme management, sequencing, and risk mitigation

Provide clear reporting to senior leadership

Essential Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same role within a Main Contractor

Demonstrable track record delivering large-scale construction projects

Strong technical knowledge of steel frame construction

Proven experience overseeing façade packages

Experience working on complex, high-value builds (data centres highly desirable)

Strong commercial awareness and contractual understanding

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Candidates must come from a main contractor background — this is essential.

What’s in It for You

Work on a landmark, technically challenging data centre scheme

Join a Tier 1 contractor with a strong project pipeline

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Genuine long-term career progression opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge construction methodologies within mission-critical environments