Senior Design Manager

United Infrastructure
Full-time•Nottingham, United Kingdom

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: Senior Design Manager

Company: United Infrastructure

Location: Nottingham, Midlands, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Design Management / Construction Operations

Date Posted: March 31, 2026

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level (5-10 years implied)

Remote Status: On-site

🚀 Role Summary

  • Spearhead the coordination of detailed design processes, ensuring technical integrity and regulatory compliance within infrastructure projects.

  • Drive efficiency and maximize revenue through cost-effective, buildable design solutions aligned with company standards and client requirements.

  • Manage and mentor design teams and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and ensuring timely delivery of design packages to commercial and construction teams.

  • Oversee the entire design lifecycle from initial concept through to construction, including managing RFIs, change control, and H&S documentation.

  • Act as a key liaison between design, commercial, operations, and client stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.

📝 Enhancement Note: While the title is "Senior Design Manager," the responsibilities described lean heavily into operational coordination and project execution within the design phase. This role appears to be a critical bridge between pure design and the practical realities of construction operations, requiring a strong understanding of buildability, cost, and project timelines. The "Senior" aspect suggests a need for leadership and the ability to mentor junior team members or assist a more senior Design Manager.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

  • Coordinate technical and design processes, including design teams and subcontractors, throughout the detailed design, procurement, and construction phases, rigorously monitoring progress against agreed programmes and company targets.

  • Ensure maximum revenue generation by championing design quality, cost-effectiveness, and buildability, aligning all technical design coordination with project objectives.

  • Assist in the review of consultant and subcontractor detail design drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance

Application Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum Level 4 qualification and a proven track record in design coordination. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with relevant construction industry knowledge.