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Senior Design Manager


Company : Bovis


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-12-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. Thats why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.What we are recruiting for:We currently recruiting for a Senior Design Manager for a private construction business unit based out of our London office.Roles & responsibilities:Deliver Design Management on projects with a high degree of independence using experience and judgementIntegrate and work alongside senior project team; e.g. Project Director, Commercial Director, Construction Director etc.Represent the business at a senior level with clients, consultants and supply chain partnersManage high value complex projects in a variety of different sectors, client types and procurement contextsBid for new work collaboratively with project teams, quickly establish external relationships and secure work through reports and presentationsManage consultant design through pre-construction period with the integration of specialist designersManage process of design review and approval through documentation, documents management systems and inspectionsManage third party interfaces such as Planning and Building Control (RBCA)Report to the Head of Design Management at regular intervals and key milestones on delivery of projectsManage design through internal project governance e.g.:Bid and conversion commitment reviewsMonthly Project in Conversion / Project in Delivery ReviewsInternal and external auditsExperience & background:CredentialsAppropriate CSCS card for the roleProfessional Construction Qualifications relevant to the role (Batchelors Degree in suitable subject e.g. Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management etc.).Registration with construction industry professional body e.g. Registered Architect or Chartered Engineer.SkillsAbility to Plan, Manage and Monitor Design in line with the duties of the Building Safety Act Principal DesignerStrong written and verbal communication skills both technical and non-technical to client, supply chain, peers and stakeholdersAble to use robust judgement in weighing up multiple, complex, sources of information and clearly communicate directionAble to direct and negotiate with consultants at a senior level e.g. business ownersAble to present technical and procedural material to audiencesCompetent IT skills and experience in relevant types of programmes; Microsoft Office, PDF Editing, Presentation software e.g. Adobe InDesign, BIM Model software e.g. Autodesk Construction Cloud.Working knowledge of BIM / CAD programmesKnowledgeThorough knowledge of the design and construction processKnowledge of relevant legislation, construction laws, the regulatory framework, industry standards and technical guidesThorough knowledge of Construction Design Management 2015 Regulations and the roles of CDM Principal Designer and CDM Principal ContractorThrough knowledge of the Building Safety Act and roles of BR Principal Designer and BR Principal ContractorDetailed knowledge of the RIBA Work Stages and their deliverablesThorough knowledge of design and construction technical detailsDetailed knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts e.g. JCT Design and Build, Construction Management, Management Contracting and NECDetailed understanding of Professional Services AgreementsThorough knowledge of Sustainability including the delivery of relevant accreditationsThorough knowledge of Digital project integration delivery including, digital design (BIM), common data environments and project delivery programmes.Robust commercial awareness including contract conditions, deliverables, liability and responsibilityThorough understanding of construction methodologies and their influencing factors, e.g. safety, fabrication, assembly, logistics, availability.The ability to think through design challenges as a designer in order manage outcomes with the design team and specialist designers.ExperienceExtensive experience in managing consultants and design teamsExperience in being a key client interfaceExtensive experience in working through the RIBA Work StagesExperience in leading and championing safety initiativesDelivering sustainable outcomes including accreditationsReviewing and Administering Consultant AppointmentsExperience in the creation and use of project control mechanisms.Previous experience of leading a design teamExperience of negotiating Novated Appointments with Deeds of VariationWe will provide: Car allowanceFlexible and hybrid work optionsUp to 10% employer pension contributionPrivate medical health benefit (Family cover available)Life assurance25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leaveHealth and wellbeing support and initiatives24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching servicesDiscounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nation wideIndustry leading parental leaveBelong at BovisWe offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method.We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.BovisBuilding RelationshipsWe do whats right, alwaysWe succeed together We bring energyWe are Bovis(Please note our job board is temporarily being hosted by others)