Freelance Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join a leading Tier 1 contractor on a major construction project. This is an excellent opportunity to take a key role in managing design delivery, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

• Previous experience delivering Blue Light projects, such as emergency services, police, fire or ambulance facilities, is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the design process
• Manage design programmes, technical submissions, design changes and requests for information
• Ensure designs comply with Building Regulations
• Monitor design quality
• Maintain effective relationships with the client, consultants, subcontractors and wider project delivery team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Design Manager within a main contractor environment.
• Experience delivering complex construction projects from design development through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of technical design coordination
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.