Senior Design Manager

1 month ago


Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Stepnell Full time
Job Description:

As a Senior Design Manager at Stepnell, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of construction projects. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and manage external design consultants, design subcontractors, and construction team inputs on projects in our Southern region.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver complete, accurate, and commercially viable design information for construction and procurement processes.
  • Ensure design compliance to project contractual agreements, budgets, and regulations.
  • Develop and maintain BIM principles.
  • Proactively drive project and design improvements.
  • Review all tender documentation to reduce risk and ensure all tender design complies with building regulations.
  • Support and advise on delivery and attend project meetings as required by the Contracts Manager.
  • Proactively manage the selection and appointment of design and specialist consultants, utility services, and third-party surveyors.
  • Lead and implement appropriate BIM execution plans.

Requirements:
  • Previous contractor design experience.
  • A blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to provide leadership through the design process.
  • Deep knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and techniques, as well as the ability to translate design into buildable solutions.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring their work aligns with project goals.

About Us:
Stepnell is a family-run business with a history of over 155 years. We are stable and reliable, making long-term decisions in the best interest of our people and customers. Our unique and growing capabilities span construction, property development, energy, joinery, and concrete repairs, enabling us to meet the diverse needs of our customers. With six regional offices across the UK, our geographical reach allows us to maintain high levels of repeat business, currently representing 75% of our turnover.
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