Design Manager

Design Manager – PBSA Scheme (Central London) Salary: £90,000 - £105,000 Package Location: Central London Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and manage a prominent PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) project in the heart of Central London. Reporting directly into the Design Director, you will play a key role in driving design efficiency across Stages 2-4, working closely with both internal teams and external consultants. Key Responsibilities: * Design Leadership: Manage the design process for a large-scale PBSA project, ensuring seamless collaboration between internal stakeholders, contractors, and external consultants. * Driving Efficiency: Work with both internal and external teams to optimize design delivery, reducing inefficiencies and maintaining high standards throughout Stages 2-4. * Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders, ensuring design briefs are understood, and expectations are met, while staying within budget and timeline constraints. * Team Collaboration: Provide leadership and guidance to design teams, both internally and externally, fostering a collaborative and solution-driven approach. * Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality of design and construction processes to meet project goals, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Key Requirements: * Experience: Ideally, you will have a background working on the contractor side of large-scale PBSA or hotel projects. * Stage Expertise: Proven experience managing design delivery across Stages 2-4 in a complex, fast-paced environment. * Team Leadership: Strong ability to lead, coordinate, and motivate both internal and external teams. * Industry Knowledge: Extensive understanding of design processes and best practices within the construction industry, particularly for large-scale residential or hospitality schemes. * Location: Must be based in or around Central London or willing to commute to the site as required. Benefits: * Competitive salary ranging from £90k - £105k, depending on experience. * Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and performance bonuses. * Opportunities for career development and progression within a dynamic and innovative team

Location: W1C, Grosvenor Square,London, GB

Posted Date: 9/12/2025