26 freelance design manager jobs found

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Design Manager to join a Tier 1 main contractor delivering a major £50m+ education project in Mansfield. This is a long-term contract opportunity, offering involvement in a high-profile, technically complex scheme from construction phase through to completion. The role is expected to run for approximately 2 years, providing excellent continuity of work. The Role As Design Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating and managing the design process, ensuring information is delivered on time, within programme requirements, and aligned with buildability, cost and quality expectations. You will work closely with project delivery teams, consultants, subcontractors and the client to ensure the design is fully coordinated and supports efficient project delivery. Key Responsibilities * Managing and coordinating the design process throughout the construction phase * Liaising with consultants,...

Freelance Design Manager – Super Prime Residential. £350pd - £375 pd North London Feb 2026 Contract: Minimum 1 year  After a remarkably successful start to 2026, a principal contractor continues to set the pace in winning interesting and varied projects. They wish to appoint a Freelance Design Manager for a super prime residential £65M project.   This role will suit if you have between 10 - 15 years Design Management experience with a principal contractor on large residential or super prime schemes.   Joining an existing project team, you will manage packages and the flow of design information to allow the project to meet important deadlines, which is due for completion in June 2027.   Also, you will have the following duties. Liaising with the construction team to manage the design and development process Manage the design process to ensure compliance with programme and procedures Ratify the design/value engineering Arranging and managing statutory authorities Co-ordinate...

Randstad CPE is currently recruiting for a Freelance Design manager for the a Major project near St Albans Our client is a market leader within Civil engineering and rail. The role is to provide design management support for the earthworks, rail, highways and building works from ECI / inception to final commissioning/financial settlement, and to co-ordinate and manage the design consultants appointed for the project. * Preparation of the project brief * Consultant selection and appointment * Value management & Engineering * Management of the Design Development * Managing of the Contractor Design Process * Prepare Design Execution Plan. * Establish and monitor appropriate project operating procedures and systems, specifically ensuring the Design Management Plan is being followed and adhered to. * Establish project design programme and ensure it is kept up to date. * Establish & manage procedures for convening and recording meetings which: enable the client to review...

Freelance Design Manager – High-Rise  Location: Stoke Newington Contract: Freelance, minimum 6 months We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our team on a high-profile high-rise development in Central London. This freelance position offers the opportunity to work on a landmark scheme, collaborating with a leading project team and overseeing design delivery through critical phases of the project. Key Responsibilities: Lead the coordination of design information between consultants, subcontractors, and the project team. Manage the design programme to align with project milestones and construction activities. Ensure design deliverables meet statutory, regulatory, and client requirements. Proactively resolve technical queries and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment. Facilitate design workshops and liaise closely with architects, engineers, and specialist consultants. Report progress and key risks to the Project Director. Requirements: Proven experience...

Freelance Design Manager – High-Rise  Location: Stoke Newington Contract: Freelance, minimum 6 months We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our team on a high-profile high-rise development in Central London. This freelance position offers the opportunity to work on a landmark scheme, collaborating with a leading project team and overseeing design delivery through critical phases of the project. Key Responsibilities: Lead the coordination of design information between consultants, subcontractors, and the project team. Manage the design programme to align with project milestones and construction activities. Ensure design deliverables meet statutory, regulatory, and client requirements. Proactively resolve technical queries and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment. Facilitate design workshops and liaise closely with architects, engineers, and specialist consultants. Report progress and key risks to the Project Director. Requirements: Proven experience...

Freelance Design Manager – High-Rise  Location: Stoke Newington Contract: Freelance, minimum 6 months We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our team on a high-profile high-rise development in Central London. This freelance position offers the opportunity to work on a landmark scheme, collaborating with a leading project team and overseeing design delivery through critical phases of the project. Key Responsibilities: Lead the coordination of design information between consultants, subcontractors, and the project team. Manage the design programme to align with project milestones and construction activities. Ensure design deliverables meet statutory, regulatory, and client requirements. Proactively resolve technical queries and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment. Facilitate design workshops and liaise closely with architects, engineers, and specialist consultants. Report progress and key risks to the Project Director. Requirements: Proven experience...

Building Regulations Principal Designer Main Contractor | Residential & Mixed-Use | London & South East NOTE - This role can be paid on a permanent salary or freelance. We are recruiting an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to join a UK main contractor delivering residential and mixed-use projects across London and the South East. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role, not a consultancy or paperwork position. You will take ownership of Building Regulations compliance from early design through construction, working closely with technical and site teams to ensure projects are compliant, buildable and protected from risk. The Role You will be responsible for: * Acting as Principal Designer under the Building Regulations across live projects. * Owning compliance across Parts A, B, L, M and Q. * Coordinating architects, engineers and subcontractor designers. * Managing compliance through design changes and late-stage revisions. *...

Candidate required: Working Supervisor/ Working Manager Job Type: Freelance  Start date: March/ April  Industry: Construction Professionals Location: Salisbury  Duration: 12- 15 months    The role & about the client: ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a reputable construction firm delivering high quality construction projects. Known for its hands on approach and commitment to excellence, the company takes pride in producing durable, well finished work while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors. This client is looking for an Working Supervisor to join the team for a 12-15 month project. This client is looking for a candidate with carpentry background and to be based locally or able to commute to Salisbury.   Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Act as the on-site lead, working hands-on while supervising daily construction activities across all four buildings Coordinate and direct subcontractors and labor...

Freelance Project Manager – Structural Steel 📍 Location: Lockerbie 🗓 Contract: Freelance / Project-Based Boyd Recruitment are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager with a strong structural steel background to lead the delivery of a project in Lockerbie. This is a hands-on role suited to a Project Manager who understands the full lifecycle of steelwork projects—from design coordination and procurement through to fabrication, erection, and handover. The Role: Full responsibility for the planning and delivery of the project Managing programme, budget, and quality Coordinating with clients, designers, subcontractors, and site teams Overseeing structural steelwork packages, including fabrication and erection Managing health & safety, site progress, and commercial reporting Driving the project to practical completion on time and within budget The Ideal Candidate: Proven experience as a Project Manager on structural steel projects Strong understanding of steel...

Project Manager – Freelance (Steel Frame Build) Location: Hemel Hempstead Rate: £350–£375/day (Umbrella / PAYE) Contract: 10–12 months Start: ASAP Type: Site-Based, Main Contractor Delivery We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Project Manager to join a Main Contractor delivering a complex steel frame self-storage development in Hemel Hempstead. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong all-round PM with proven expertise managing steel-frame structures from early works through to completion. Key Responsibilities * Full project delivery of a steel frame self-storage build * Managing programme, subcontractors, and site operations * Overseeing health & safety, quality, and compliance * Driving progress against key milestones and client expectations * Coordinating design, procurement, and logistics * Reporting into Senior Management and supporting commercial teams Required Experience * Extensive...

Design Manager (freelance) - Warrington (project-based) An excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to secure a long-term contract on a technically challenging cut & carve and office fit-out project within an existing commercial building. This is a flagship refurbishment scheme involving complex structural alterations and a full workplace transformation. The Opportunity: * Lead and manage the full design process on a major refurbishment * Coordinate consultants and specialist subcontractor design packages * Drive technical solutions, buildability, and value engineering * Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and employer’s standards * Work closely with site, commercial, and client-facing teams What We’re Looking For: * Proven experience delivering commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects * Strong background in cut & carve schemes * Confident managing multiple design...

Mechanical Site Manager – 6 weeks freelance – Richmond, Surrey - £320 per day – Start Feb 2026 AndersElite require an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to support the existing project team on a large decarbonisation project in Richmond, Surrey. This is a freelance position offering a chance to join an established building services contractor on a flagship project and could lead to further work if all parties are happy. You should be conversant with managing the installation of air source heat pumps and heating pipework in a commercial environment. Reporting into the Contracts Manager, duties and expectations will include the following: • Managing sub-contractors on site • Supervision of all mechanical installation disciplines • Perform Tool Box Talks • Perform Site Inductions • Maintain the daily M&E site diary • The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines • The ability to plan ahead, co-ordinate and prioritise workloads •...

Freelance Project Director  Location: Glasgow Contract: Freelance / Fixed-term Start: April 2026  Rate: £350 - £400 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE  We are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Director to lead the delivery of a large-scale retail fit out scheme from pre-construction through to handover. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in complex retail environments. The Role You will have overall responsibility for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of the project, ensuring it is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across all stages of the project lifecycle Oversee programme, cost control, risk management, and procurement strategy Lead and coordinate consultants, contractors, and specialist subcontractors Act as the primary point of contact for the client and key...

Mechanical Project Manager – Long term freelance –Stoke on Trent – circa £320 per day AndersElite are recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manager for a reputable building services contractor, based in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. This is a long term freelance position, with the potential to lead to permanent employment if it suits all parties, available from February 2026 and will offer a day rate of approximately £320 per day. Our client is well established in the Midlands and further afield, so this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join an experienced team. Reporting into the Director, the selected candidate will be required to oversee mechanical services installations on new build and refurbishment projects within the commercial, education and leisure industry sectors. Typical projects will range in value from £250k up to £3m in mechanical services value, so applicants should have proven experience as the overall mechanical lead...

My client, a main contractor specialising in commercial, education and health care projects, currently has a requirement for an experienced Site Manager to manage a new build commercial development in Swindon, value £12m. This is a freelance position for a period of around 6 months and will involve managing packages including groundworks, frame construction, followed by internal fit out. The successful candidate will have 5 or more years of main contractor experience managing projects of similar value on site. You will be responsible for project delivery, planning & programming, design coordination, managing site team and site staff, value engineering and health & safety. Duties will include: * Main point of contact with the client/sub-contractors on site * Managing the development to programme * Responsible for productivity in all areas on site * Maintaining health & safety on site * Managing the site team and sub-contractors * Procurement of trades and labour *...

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with a Site Engineer, on a freelance basis, Site based at our ESD, Glenfarg site working on water infrastructure projects.  You will report directly to the Site Manager and your role will be providing setting out and quality control services to ensure that the contract works are constructed to the specification in an entirely safe manner, whilst maintaining appropriate site records. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with C.D.M. Regulations and compliance with the Company safe working practices. Assist in the preparation of construction programmes, preparation of Method Statements, Action Plans and Risk Assessments. Setting out the works. Checking site work to ensure compliance with the specification and drawings. Agreement of site measurements and records with the client's staff. Assist in maintaining drawing files, drawing register and site filling system. Liaise with the...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor | Commercial Fit-Out Location: Central London Rate: £350 - £440 per day (DOE) Start: Immediate Contract: Initially 6 months likely extension (project runs through to Summer 2027) A well-established commercial construction and fit-out contractor is delivering a £60m CAT A / CAT B office “cut-and-carve” project in Central London and is seeking an experienced freelance Project level Quantity Surveyor to join the on-site commercial team. The Role Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, with day-to-day support from the site team, your responsibilities will include: * Managing subcontractor packages from procurement through to final account * Designing and pricing discovered variations on site, including structural alterations and additional client requirements * Administering variations and managing a high volume of change * Preparing valuations, cost reports, and forecasts * Assisting with CVRs and commercial reporting * Supporting the site...

Project Quantity Surveyor – Freelance Top of the market rate | Major Commercial Refurbishment | Central London A leading Central London fit out and refurbishment contractor is looking to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor to support the existing commercial team on a £70m flagship commercial refurbishment scheme. This is a high-profile, technically demanding project delivered for an institutional client, involving major structural reconfiguration alongside high-quality Cat A / Cat B fit out works. The role is offered on an above-market day rate, reflecting the scale, complexity and pace of the scheme. You’ll be site-based, reporting into a Commercial Manager, running key subcontractor packages and managing a high volume of change on a live Central London project. The Role • Project QS role on a £70m commercial refurbishment scheme • Supporting an established site-based commercial team • Running and owning subcontractor packages end-to-end • Managing a high volume of...

Project Quantity Surveyor – Freelance Above-Market Rate | Commercial Refurbishment | West End, London   A leading Central London fit out and refurbishment contractor is looking to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor to support the existing commercial team on a major West End commercial refurbishment.   This is a technically demanding scheme combining structural reconfiguration with a high-quality Cat B fit-out, delivered within a live Central London environment. The role is offered on an above-market day rate, reflecting the pace, complexity, and volume of commercial change.   You’ll be site-based, reporting into a site Commercial Manager, running subcontractor packages and managing a high volume of variations on a flagship project.   The Role Project QS role on a major West End commercial refurbishment • Supporting an established site-based commercial team • Running and owning subcontractor packages end-to-end • Managing a high volume of variations and commercial change •...

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in heavy civil engineering within the rail sector? We’re supporting a major infrastructure programme across London and the South East and are looking for an accomplished PM to join on a freelance basis. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the delivery of heavy civil engineering works across rail projects (stations, structures, embankments, drainage, utilities, access points, groundworks). * Manage project scope, cost, programme, risk, and quality, ensuring works are delivered safely and to required standards (Network Rail, CDM, RISQS). * Oversee subcontractors and site teams, chair progress meetings, and ensure clear reporting to senior stakeholders. * Coordinate with design, engineering, and commercial teams to drive efficient project delivery. * Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring consistent communication and performance. Requirements * Proven experience as a PM (or...