Senior Design Manager

About the role

RKDRKD Architects is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead the delivery of medium to large‑scale, complex architectural projects across multiple sectors. You will work with international clients, multidisciplinary design teams and consulting partners, ensuring design excellence from concept through construction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple project teams, overseeing all design stages.
• Engage with clients, advise them throughout project phases and translate their requirements into approved design solutions.
• Coordinate consulting partners to achieve successful outcomes.
• Analyse and contribute to project delivery strategies at both client and project levels.
• Allocate and monitor project resources, reporting status and needs to senior management.
• Administer construction contracts, provide design direction to contractors and conduct site visits for technical support.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in architectural practice within Ireland.
• Proven experience leading teams on medium to large‑scale, complex construction projects across several sectors.
• Strong understanding of the construction process and the architect’s responsibilities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on local and international large‑scale projects for multinational clients.
• Fast‑paced creative environment with continuous professional development.
• Access to a diverse, gender‑balanced workforce and a vibrant sports & social committee.