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Senior Design Manager - Facades & Cladding Location: Kent (site travel required) We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead the design and technical delivery of facades and cladding projects . This role involves managing internal design teams and external consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards . The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to coordinate complex, high-risk designs in line with current regulations. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage design teams, subcontractors, and consultants through design, procurement, and construction phases . Ensure all designs are fully coordinated, regulation-compliant , and aligned with company standards and best practice. Develop, manage, and monitor project-specific design programmes and budgets . Review and approve technical submissions , alternative build methods, and value engineering proposals . Act as the main design interface with Commercial, Operations, and Client teams . Oversee document control, design approvals, RFIs, and change management processes . Attend site visits and technical meetings to monitor construction progress and design compliance. Ensure timely completion of handover documentation , including O&M manuals, H&S files, and resident information packs. Fulfil CDM Principal Designer responsibilities and other statutory duties as required. Essential Experience & Requirements Proven experience managing all aspects of design and technical processes on residential and/or high-rise projects . Essential background in one or more of the following : BSR (Building Safety Regulator) regulated projects Cladding and faade remediation or new-build faades Main contracting or developer-led projects In-depth knowledge of facades, cladding systems, construction methodologies , and relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act . Strong leadership, organisational, and stakeholder management skills. Competent in CAD and BIM environments (AutoCAD, Revit). Professional membership (e.g. CIOB , CIAT , RICS ) preferred. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across Kent and surrounding areas. Personal Qualities Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to perform under pressure. Confident, resourceful, and collaborative in multidisciplinary environments. Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Passionate about technical excellence, compliance, innovation, and sustainability . What's On Offer Structured training and ongoing professional development . Opportunities to broaden expertise in commercial systems, regulatory compliance, and business operations . A supportive, collaborative, and professional working culture. Clear career progression within the organisation. TPBN1_UKTJ