Construction Design Management

You will be joining a highly respected Tier 1 main contractor operating within the East of England, delivering complex projects across the education, healthcare, public sector and civic markets.As Head of Design Management, you will lead the Design Management function for a well-established regional business. Reporting directly to the Area Director, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership, performance and development of the design team. Leading and line-managing Design Managers across multiple projects Resource planning, recruitment and capability development of the design function Shaping design strategy and approach during bids, PCSAs and second-stage procurements Managing consultant engagement and design programmes through all relevant RIBA stages Promoting strong collaboration between design, commercial, operations and SHEQ teams Ensuring design governance, compliance, quality and risk management standards are met Representing the design function at senior leadership and business reviews The role is office-based with regular site visits across the region. You will be an experienced Senior or Principal Design Manager ready to step into a head-of-function role, or an existing Head of Design seeking a strong regional remit. Significant experience working for a Tier 1 / major main contractor Proven delivery across education, healthcare and public sector schemes (£10m-£50m+) Strong background in two-stage (PCSA) design & build procurement Demonstrable leadership and line-management capability Sound knowledge of BIM, digital design processes and sustainability, including BREEAM and embodied carbon considerations You will be a clear communicator, comfortable operating at senior management level, and able to influence outcomes across multiple disciplines. A competitive salary in line with a senior leadership role Car allowance, bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package The opportunity to sit within the Senior Management Team, influencing regional strategy The chance to shape and develop the design function as the region continues to grow This role offers genuine long-term career progression within a high-performing regional business. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be…