Senior Design Manager
CV-LibrarySevenoaks, KentpermanentPosted: 12 October 2026
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GVR Solutions are working with a specialist carpentry and joinery fit-out contractor based in Kent, delivering high-quality bespoke joinery and carpentry packages across a range of commercial and fit-out projects.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Design Manager with a strong technical background in carpentry and joinery, particularly in the design, manufacture and installation of doors and associated joinery packages.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong design professional who understands the full process from initial design development through to manufacture, coordination and on-site installation.
Responsibilities of the Senior Design Manager:
* Lead and develop consistent processes and procedures for design.
* Lead and manage the Design Managers and design resources to ensure effective delivery across our projects.
* Retain responsibility for overseeing allocated projects, working collaboratively with the Design Managers to ensure workloads, accountability and ownership are appropriately distributed across the team.
* Lead the resolution of technical design issues, working with project design teams including architects, engineers and the supply chain.
* Develop and produce design drawings, specifications and related construction documents.
* Ensure compliance with building regulations, standards, safety requirements and sustainability requirements.
* Lead and coordinate with Project Managers and Main Contractors to align design with project requirements and objectives.
* Manage design schedules, track progress and ensure the timely delivery of design milestones and key deliverables.
* Maintain overall design requirements across all projects and ensure design obligations are effectively managed and delivered.
* Attend client design meetings.
* Provide regular updates to the Operations and Commercial Directors, highlighting progress, risks, responsibilities and key deliverables.
* Provide specialist and expert design advice to teams internally and clients externally.
* Work closely with suppliers and supply chain partners to manage design requirements and ensure deliverables meet agreed standards, requirements and deadlines.
* Attend tender interviews and meetings.
The Senior Design Manager must have/be:
* Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop team members effectively.
* Customer-focused approach with behaviours that promote excellent service and represent the organisation positively at every opportunity.
* Proven experience in construction project design and design management across multiple project stages.
* Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, building regulations, and industry best practice.
* Proficient in the use of design software and Building Information Modelling (BIM) platforms.
* Excellent project management, leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and resolve design and project-related conflicts.
* Experienced in developing, coordinating, and maintaining comprehensive door schedules across a range of sectors.
* Construction design coordination and multidisciplinary design management.
* Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) management.
* Strong understanding of architectural, structural, and construction design principles.
* Knowledge of building regulations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and industry standards.
* Team leadership, mentoring, and performance development.
If you are interested in the Senior Design Manager role then please get in touch
GVR Solutions are working with a specialist carpentry and joinery fit-out contractor based in Kent, delivering high-quality bespoke joinery and carpentry packages across a range of commercial and fit-out projects.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Design Manager with a strong technical background in carpentry and joinery, particularly in the design, manufacture and installation of doors and associated joinery packages.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong design professional who understands the full process from initial design development through to manufacture, coordination and on-site installation.
Responsibilities of the Senior Design Manager:
* Lead and develop consistent processes and procedures for design.
* Lead and manage the Design Managers and design resources to ensure effective delivery across our projects.
* Retain responsibility for overseeing allocated projects, working collaboratively with the Design Managers to ensure workloads, accountability and ownership are appropriately distributed across the team.
* Lead the resolution of technical design issues, working with project design teams including architects, engineers and the supply chain.
* Develop and produce design drawings, specifications and related construction documents.
* Ensure compliance with building regulations, standards, safety requirements and sustainability requirements.
* Lead and coordinate with Project Managers and Main Contractors to align design with project requirements and objectives.
* Manage design schedules, track progress and ensure the timely delivery of design milestones and key deliverables.
* Maintain overall design requirements across all projects and ensure design obligations are effectively managed and delivered.
* Attend client design meetings.
* Provide regular updates to the Operations and Commercial Directors, highlighting progress, risks, responsibilities and key deliverables.
* Provide specialist and expert design advice to teams internally and clients externally.
* Work closely with suppliers and supply chain partners to manage design requirements and ensure deliverables meet agreed standards, requirements and deadlines.
* Attend tender interviews and meetings.
The Senior Design Manager must have/be:
* Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop team members effectively.
* Customer-focused approach with behaviours that promote excellent service and represent the organisation positively at every opportunity.
* Proven experience in construction project design and design management across multiple project stages.
* Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, building regulations, and industry best practice.
* Proficient in the use of design software and Building Information Modelling (BIM) platforms.
* Excellent project management, leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and resolve design and project-related conflicts.
* Experienced in developing, coordinating, and maintaining comprehensive door schedules across a range of sectors.
* Construction design coordination and multidisciplinary design management.
* Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) management.
* Strong understanding of architectural, structural, and construction design principles.
* Knowledge of building regulations, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and industry standards.
* Team leadership, mentoring, and performance development.
If you are interested in the Senior Design Manager role then please get in touch