Freelance Design Manager
- Harvey Jacob Ltd
- 28/04/2026
Contract
Construction
Architect and Design
Job Description
Freelance Design Manager
A blue chip main contractor are seeking to engage a Freelance Design Manager to be based out of their offices in Central London.
This particular division of the business Turn over circa £100M per annum and undertake work across both public and private sectors, projects ranging from small Fit Outs to larger projects up to £80M in value involving structural alterations to existing building, or extensions to existing buildings through to fit out.
You will be expected to assist / collaborate with Architects, Engineers, clients and sub contractors to establish requirements / objectives and design criteria.
Responsibilities / duties
Manage the design phase of projects from concept development to construction documentation ensuring compliance and project objectives, codes, regulations and standards are met, such as fire, planning and building control.
Involved in the selection and appointment of designers as well as the selection and procurement of design solutions, such as modern methods of construction, materials, finishes and sustainable technology.
Arrange and prepare for design reviews with the Head of Department, to assess progress, identify potential risks or deviations and implement corrective measures id required.
Manage a large design project or multiple smaller projects simultaneously.
Contribute in customer meetings, ensuring customer satisfaction and address any design related concerns.
Coordinate and manage external consultants, reviewing and providing feedback on their work to ensure design integrity, consistency and quality.
Collaborate with wider project team to monitor schedules, budgets, quality standards and offer support where required.
Experience
Must have previous experience working in the role of design manager on High End Commercial / Education inner city London projects.
A blue chip main contractor are seeking to engage a Freelance Design Manager to be based out of their offices in Central London.
This particular division of the business Turn over circa £100M per annum and undertake work across both public and private sectors, projects ranging from small Fit Outs to larger projects up to £80M in value involving structural alterations to existing building, or extensions to existing buildings through to fit out.
You will be expected to assist / collaborate with Architects, Engineers, clients and sub contractors to establish requirements / objectives and design criteria.
Responsibilities / duties
Manage the design phase of projects from concept development to construction documentation ensuring compliance and project objectives, codes, regulations and standards are met, such as fire, planning and building control.
Involved in the selection and appointment of designers as well as the selection and procurement of design solutions, such as modern methods of construction, materials, finishes and sustainable technology.
Arrange and prepare for design reviews with the Head of Department, to assess progress, identify potential risks or deviations and implement corrective measures id required.
Manage a large design project or multiple smaller projects simultaneously.
Contribute in customer meetings, ensuring customer satisfaction and address any design related concerns.
Coordinate and manage external consultants, reviewing and providing feedback on their work to ensure design integrity, consistency and quality.
Collaborate with wider project team to monitor schedules, budgets, quality standards and offer support where required.
Experience
Must have previous experience working in the role of design manager on High End Commercial / Education inner city London projects.
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