Lead Design Manager – London, UK
Global Owner operator
Are you ready to take the lead in delivering cutting-edge, large-scale infrastructure projects? We’re looking for a Design Engineering Lead to spearhead the design and technical delivery of multiple hyperscale data center projects across the UK. If you thrive in dynamic environments, excel at managing multidisciplinary teams, and want to be at the forefront of groundbreaking projects, this role is for you!
Your Mission: As the Lead Design Manager, you'll drive technical excellence, ensuring that every project is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. You will oversee and guide a team of engineers and design managers, working together to turn ambitious plans into reality. From managing external consultants and contractors to ensuring consistent adherence to project requirements, your leadership will be instrumental in delivering world-class infrastructure.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading with impact: Manage and inspire a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that drives results.
- Owning technical delivery: Ensure all projects meet technical and business requirements while maintaining quality and efficiency.
- Collaborating across teams: Work closely with project management, procurement, and delivery teams to drive seamless project execution.
- Design management: Oversee the design programme to ensure the timely creation of documentation and manage all design-related decisions.
- Driving cost-effective solutions: Ensure every project is delivered in a way that maximizes efficiency and minimizes costs while meeting sustainability targets.
- Engaging with clients: Collaborate with sales and client teams to develop and tailor design requirements that exceed expectations.
What We’re Looking For:
- A natural leader: You know how to motivate teams, build trust, and create an environment where everyone can excel.
- Technical expertise: Extensive experience with mission-critical engineering, MEP strategies, CSA disciplines, and a deep understanding of the construction process.
- Problem solver: Agile in your approach to design and project management, you’ll be someone who can find solutions to challenges quickly and effectively.
- Collaboration master: You know how to connect different teams, departments, and external partners to get the best outcomes.
- Future-focused: You keep up with industry best practices and innovations and are ready to implement them for continuous improvement.
What You’ll Need:
- Extensive experience in delivering complex engineering and construction projects, particularly in the UK.
- A solid background in MEP design disciplines, with a deep understanding of the built environment.
- Experience managing the full project lifecycle.
- Strong familiarity with the RIBA stage gate delivery process and digital tools like BIM.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
Why Join?
- Lead the future: Play a pivotal role in delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure projects that shape the future of technology.
- Work with a purpose: Drive projects that meet sustainability and environmental goals, while pushing technical boundaries.
- Develop and grow: You'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with a talented team in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead groundbreaking projects that make a real impact, this is your opportunity. Let’s build the future together!