MES Infrastructure & IT Operations Stream Lead
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We are seeking an experienced Head of Design Management to lead and shape the design function within a growing residential developer based in Leeds. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for building, managing, and inspiring a high-performing design management team, while ensuring design excellence across the full development lifecycle.
Working closely with Land, Planning, Development, Construction, and Commercial teams, you will play a pivotal role in delivering compliant, commercially robust, and high-quality care environments that support long-term operational success., Leadership & People Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary Design Management team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Set clear objectives, development plans, and performance standards for team members.
- Build succession planning, capability, and capacity within the design function to support business growth.
- Act as a senior leader within the organisation, promoting best practice, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Design Strategy & Governance
- Define and implement the design management strategy aligned with business and operational objectives.
- Establish clear design standards, processes, and governance frameworks across all projects.
- Oversee consultant appointments, performance, and fee management.
- Ensure consistency of design quality, compliance, and brand identity across the portfolio.
Project & Stakeholder Management
- Provide senior oversight across multiple projects from site acquisition and planning through to delivery and handover.
- Work closely with Planning and Land teams to support planning gain opportunities and optimise site potential.
- Act as a key internal and external stakeholder interface, including local authorities, design consultants, operators, and construction teams.
- Identify and manage design risk, ensuring issues are resolved proactively and collaboratively.
Commercial & Programme Awareness
- Ensure designs are deliverable, cost-effective, and aligned with programme requirements.
- Support value engineering exercises without compromising quality, compliance, or operational needs.
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Requirements
- Proven experience in a senior design management leadership role, ideally within residential or mixed-use development.
- Strong track record of managing, developing, and leading teams within a design or technical environment.
- Deep understanding of the planning system and experience supporting planning gain or land-led development strategies.
- Commercially astute with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Collaborative, people-focused leader who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on support.
- Relevant professional qualification (RIBA, ARB, CIOB, ICE or similar) desirable.
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