Kenna Recruitment Ltd
Senior Design Manager

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Senior Design Manager | Hyperscale Data Centre | East London | Up to £150,000 Package
I'm working with a Tier One Main Contractor to recruit a Senior Design Manager for one of the UK's flagship hyperscale data centre projects.
📍 Location: East London
💰 Package: Up to £150,000 (c. up to £110,000 basic + car allowance, bonus & benefits)
🏗️ Project: £400m New Build Hyperscale Data Centre
This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading contractor delivering one of London's most significant data centre developments.
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We're looking for someone who:
- Has delivered a Hyperscale Data Centre project.
- Has worked for a Tier One Main Contractor or a large specialist subcontractor.
- Has extensive experience managing the design process through pre-construction and delivery.
- Is confident coordinating consultants, specialist packages, and client stakeholders on complex, fast-paced projects.
- Understands the technical challenges associated with mission-critical environments.


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The role offers:
- Landmark £400m project from the outset.
- Long-term pipeline of major data centre schemes.
- Excellent career progression within a leading contractor.
- Competitive package of up to £150,000 including salary, car allowance, bonus, and benefits.
If you've successfully delivered a Hyperscale Data Centre and are considering your next move, I'd be keen to speak with you.
📩 Send me a direct message or email chris@kennarecruitment.co.uk for a confidential discussion.
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