Senior Design Manager

Advanced Manufacturing | Industrial Construction | EPC We are recruiting for a Staff Design Manager to lead complex design and engineering programmes for a rapidly expanding advanced manufacturing organisation. You will manage multidisciplinary infrastructure and tool-installation projects from early concept and feasibility through the 30%, 60%, 90% and IFC design stages. This is a fast-paced position requiring close collaboration with engineering, construction, procurement, manufacturing and facilities teams. Key responsibilities: Lead industrial infrastructure and tool-installation projects from concept through construction Define project scope, objectives, budgets and design deliverables Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and external A/E partners Manage design reviews at the 30%, 60%, 90% and IFC stages Oversee permitting documents, RFIs, transmittals and change management Align design activities with procurement and construction schedules Lead feasibility studies, value engineering and options analysis Support project funding requests for major infrastructure improvements Identify engineering resource gaps, design risks and schedule constraints Implement fast-track design, BIM and lean construction methodologies Candidate requirements: Approximately 10+ years of relevant design, engineering or construction experience Experience within advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, battery, automotive, chemical or another heavy industrial environment Strong multidisciplinary design-management experience Knowledge of manufacturing facilities, utilities, site infrastructure and equipment installation Experience managing engineering consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders Strong understanding of codes, permitting and local jurisdictions Excellent project management, communication and documentation skills Degree in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering preferred This opportunity would suit a Design Manager who enjoys taking ownership, resolving complex problems and delivering major industrial projects at speed. To discuss the position confidentially, contact Sam Morriss at Novax Recruitment . #J-18808-Ljbffr