Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to support the tender process for a major data centre development in Berkshire. The project involves the delivery of a new-build, three-storey shell and core facility, requiring strong leadership of the design process throughout the pre-construction and tender stages.

The successful candidate will work closely with bid, commercial, planning, and construction teams to ensure the design solution is coordinated, compliant, and aligned with client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the design process during the tender and pre-construction phases.

Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractors.

Review and manage design information to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance.

Identify and mitigate design risks, clashes, and technical issues.

Support the development of competitive tender submissions and technical proposals.

Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to ensure design expectations are met.

Ensure designs comply with current building regulations, planning requirements, and industry standards.

Drive value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and project objectives.

Manage design programmes, deliverables, and key project milestones.

Attend and chair (where necessary) design coordination meetings, producing reports and action trackers as required.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager within the construction industry.

Previous involvement in data centres is desireable though experience with new build offices/commercial projects will also be considered.

Strong understanding of shell and core construction and design management principles.

Experience supporting tender, bid, and pre-construction activities.

Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage complex design packages.

Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

Proficient in relevant construction and design management software.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a Senior Design Manager with strong pre-construction and tender experience to contribute to the successful delivery of a major data centre scheme in Berkshire. Temp to Perm opportunity may also be available. 

If you are interested in the position, please reply to this advert with your CV for consideration