Freelance Design Manager

  • Starlyne Recruitment
  • City, Derby
  • Dec 05, 2025
Full time Construction Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Role Title: Design Manager

Location: Derby/Heage

Start Date: Asap

Salary: £350 a day

Duration:12 Months

Sector: dfe newbuild /HMP project

Required: Dfe experience, main contractor experience

The candidate will have to travel two days a week in Northumberland

Role Purpose:

You will be a key member of the design team responsible for the design function on live schemes.

Managing and co-ordinating the design of a range of projects of varying complexity and value from tender stage through to the completion of construction stage design information. To utilise construction knowledge and experience to support innovative and cost-effective design solutions in conjunction with the appointed design partner and the project team, apply value engineering principles to ensure best value for all parties, and ensure an effective construction phase by applying an understanding of site management practices, interface management, risks, costs and co-ordination.

Responsibilities

Support and encourage the development of innovative design solutions to client s briefs by the appointed design partner with input from the project team and subcontractors.

Develop relationships with appointed design partners; review competences, ensure design deliverable dates are achieved, challenge buildability and audit their performance, raising any concerns swiftly.

If is of your interest apply with the latest version of your cv or call Georgeta