
Design Manager - Architect - Data Centres
Design Manager - Architect - Data Centres
- Sale
- Permanent
🚀 Ready to Lead Design Excellence? Join Laing O'Rourke in Manchester!
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of Design Management?
Do you thrive when leading projects from concept through to completion?
Looking for your next big move in a company that values innovation and technical excellence?
We want to hear from you!!
🌟 The Opportunity: Architect Design Manager – Data Centres Portfolio
We're looking for an experienced Architect Design Manager to play a key role on our mission-critical Data Centres programme, based from our Manchester hub. At Laing O'Rourke, Design Managers are technical leaders—ensuring robust, high-quality design delivery across every phase of the project lifecycle.
This is more than a job. It's a chance to shape the future of modern infrastructure through world-class design.
đź§© What You'll Be Doing:
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Lead consultant teams to deliver smart, integrated design solutions that meet client needs and optimise value.
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Champion design quality, buildability, and technical suitability across all stages—from feasibility to handover.
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Drive collaboration across disciplines using BIM and Digital Engineering tools.
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Ensure design complies with all contractual, safety, and performance standards.
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Embed continuous improvement by capturing and sharing knowledge across the Engineering Enterprise.
đź’ˇ We're Looking For:
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A qualified Architect or construction design professional with approx. 5 years' end-to-end design management experience.
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Proven background across different sectors and procurement routes.
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Expertise in DfMA, managing consultants, and change control.
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A leader who's passionate about innovation, quality, and collaboration.
🤝 Not Ticking Every Box?
No problem. If you've got transferable skills and a commitment to learning, we'd still love to hear from you.
🌍 Why Laing O'Rourke?
We're a global engineering and construction pioneer with over 150 years of legacy, delivering iconic infrastructure and buildings across the UK, Middle East, and Australia. We're powered by people, innovation, and a relentless drive for excellence.
At Laing O'Rourke, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer guaranteed interviews to applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria.
đź“© Interested?
Apply now to find out more.
Let's build something extraordinary together.
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