185 design manager jobs found in London

Freelance Design Manager - Main Contractor Background Day Rate: £300-£400 (DOE) Contract: Freelance Location: East London - Site Based We are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Design Manager with a Tier 1 Main Contractor background to support a contractor on a live construction project. Candidates must have previously worked for a Tier 1 main contractor and be able to bring robust processes, structure, and best practice to the role. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through delivery Coordinate design consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams Manage and discharge planning conditions and technical approvals Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, supporting Principal Designer duties where required Coordinate and manage Section 278 (S278) works and approvals with local authorities Review design information for buildability, programme, cost, and risk Maintain and manage design programmes, ensuring timely issue of...

Our client is a dynamic, fast growing data centre consultant operating both in the UK and internationally. They have grown rapidly and have earned a fantastic reputation across DC expansion projects, white space and hyper scale dc schemes To support these exciting schemes they are looking for an MEP Design Manager to join the team The Design Manager will oversee and coordinate the design aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the design meets our client's requirements, adheres to regulatory standards, and offer value engineering solutions. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and the project team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals. Additionally, the Design Manager will coordinate with external designers for each project and report any design risks to the Projects Director. The ideal applicant will be from an Electrical or HVAC...

Position Design Manager Location London Pay Rate £450-a-day to £450-a-day Contract length 6mths -24mths depending on performance with potential to extend The Role After a series of project wins an exciting opportunity has arisen at one of UK’s largest main contractors. They are looking to recruit a Design Manager to join their fit out and refurbishment division. A highly successful company working on some of the UK’s most prestigious construction projects with an annual turnover more than £2bn and over 2000 employees nationwide. They cover a range of sectors including Retail, Education, Commercial, blue lights, custodial, Data centres and Distribution. The initial projects you would be working on are large MOJ/custodial refurbishments with the values between £5-£15m. Key Accountabilities will include: * Manage the proposals * Produce and negotiate the project specific designer agreements scope of works and the design management plan, ensuring they are agreed and fully...

Position Design Manager Location London Pay Rate £400-a-day to £450-a-day Contract length 6mths -24mths depending on performance with potential to extend The Role After a series of project wins an exciting opportunity has arisen at one of UK’s largest main contractors. They are looking to recruit a Design Manager to join their New Build division. A highly successful company working on some of the UK’s most prestigious construction projects with an annual turnover more than £2bn and over 2000 employees nationwide. They cover a range of sectors including Retail, Education, Commercial, blue lights, custodial, Data centres and Distribution. The initial project you would be working on is an office new build scheme with a value of £15m. Key Accountabilities will include: * Manage the proposals * Produce and negotiate the project specific designer agreements scope of works and the design management plan, ensuring they are agreed and fully understood by all parties *...

Position Design Manager Location London Pay Rate £400-a-day to £450-a-day Contract length 6mths -24mths depending on performance with potential to extend The Role After a series of project wins an exciting opportunity has arisen at one of UK’s largest main contractors. They are looking to recruit a Design Manager to join their fit out and refurbishment division. A highly successful company working on some of the UK’s most prestigious construction projects with an annual turnover more than £2bn and over 2000 employees nationwide. They cover a range of sectors including Retail, Education, Commercial, blue lights, custodial, Data centres and Distribution. The initial projects you would be working on are large education/school refurbishments with the values between £5-£15m. Key Accountabilities will include: * Manage the proposals * Produce and negotiate the project specific designer agreements scope of works and the design management plan, ensuring they are agreed and...

Design Manager | Ultra-High-End Residential We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical delivery of a landmark ultra-high-end residential new build in Central London. Applicants must have previous experience in this sector as well as a good understanding of high end stone packages in order to be selected. Interviews will take place immediately with the view to start asap. Benefits: Attractive rates Long term freelance contract LTD company method of payment is authorised Hybrid workingResponsibilities: Directly manage and mentor a high-performing team of Design Coordinators, Designers, and Drafters. Lead the design process from RIBA Stage 4 through to completion, ensuring all technical packages are coordinated and clash-free. Take full ownership of the stone facade package, ensuring material selection, fixing details, and thermal performance meet the rigorous standards of luxury residential builds. Act as the primary bridge between the Lead Architect,...

Freelance Design Manager – New Build College Projects (West London) Location: West London (site/project-based) Contract: Freelance / Contract (CIS/Ltd) Start: ASAP Rate: £300 - £375 per day (Dependent on Experience) My client is looking for a Freelance Design Manager to join a major new build college project in West London. The scheme’s design is already developed, and the project is currently at RIBA Stage 2. We need someone who can confidently take the lead on design meetings, driving coordination with consultants and internal project teams to ensure the design is delivered efficiently, compliantly, and in line with programme and budget. Job Purpose & Scope You will support the design process to develop and deliver a design that meets all contractual requirements, using cost-effective and buildable solutions. You’ll play a key role in coordination across design, procurement, and construction to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the client’s...

Senior Design Manager – Leading Tier 1 main contractor – Major project - Surrey This leading Tier 1 contractor has a potentially long-term freelance opportunity for a minimum contract of 9months for a Senior Design Manager, on a major new build project in Surrey.    For this Senior Design Manager role,you will be involved from the start of the project, based initially in the regional office of this Tier 1 contractor. When the project commences on site, you will move to being 4 days with the site team and 1 day working remotely or the office. The project is a new build student accommodation project of circa £80m value which is associated with another new education building which is well underway. You will as a Senior Design Manager oversee the Design Management for the student accommodation project and have assistance of a Design Manager and document Controller. You will report to the Project Director and have regular progress meetings with the Regional Design Manager. This...

Design Coordinator - Interiors / Fit-Out Location: Central London - EC4 (hybrid) Duration: Initial 3-month assignment (strong potential to extend) Rate: £300 - £350/day (D.O.E.) The Opportunity We are working with a leading UK interiors and fit-out contractor to appoint an experienced Design Coordinator to support the management and delivery of design information across live Design & Build projects. This role would suit someone from an Architectural or Interior Design background who has moved into (or is looking to strengthen their experience in) design coordination within a main contractor or specialist fit-out subcontractor environment. You will play a key role in ensuring design information is coordinated, compliant, and issued in line with programme and construction stages. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Support and contribute to design review workshops with consultants and subcontractor design teams, ensuring clarity of technical...

A new job is available for a Technical Architect to join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality residential projects in Central London from Stage 4 to completion. This opportunity is available on a permanent or fixed-term contract basis (6 months minimum). This role offers the opportunity to work on a major regeneration scheme in Central London, transforming an urban site into a dynamic mixed-use development. The project includes a blend of luxury and affordable residential units, retail spaces, and leisure facilities, creating a high-quality living environment in one of the city's most vibrant areas. Bringing together architecture, interior design, project management, and construction under one roof, they take full accountability for every aspect of their work. With a team of 30 professionals, including Architects, Design Managers, Site and Construction Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and a wider construction team, they are committed to raising the standards of new home...

Financial Accounting Manager Financial Accounts Manager Annual Report & Accounts (ARA) Manager Senior Financial Reporting Lead Technical Finance LeadLocation: London Up to £580/day Inside IR35 100% REMOTE About the Role We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Financial Accounting Manager to play a pivotal leadership role within our Financial Accounting team. This team is responsible for three core functions: a) delivering audited financial statements; b) facilitating the external audit; and c) providing high‑quality technical accounting advice across the organisation. As Financial Accounting Manager, you will provide strong leadership to the existing team and act as a trusted technical expert across finance and the wider business. You will work closely with senior stakeholders in NE and across business areas, as well as our external auditors. You will build strong professional relationships, oversee the development and management of our accounts and audit...

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...

Programme Manager Cloud Transformation (Service Design & Transition), Infrastructure Programme 2 days a week onsite in London Umbrella contract - £700 - £850 p/d ASAP start, 12 month contract Our client is embarking on a multimillion-pound, two-year cloud transformation to exit seven end-of-life data centres, migrate c. 200 applications, and reset its cloud operating model. This role is critical to ensuring the transformation lands operationally sound, supportable, and scalable. We are seeking a senior Programme Manager to own Service Design & Transition end-to-end, operating across two major programmes, a newly established cloud platform, and a radically simplified supplier landscape. Programme Manager accountabilities: Lead the Service Design & Transition workstream across the cloud transformation Define and deliver the target cloud support and operating model, clarifying in-house vs MSP accountability Ensure all cloud services are transition-ready and...

DIGITAL PRODUCT MANAGER - 1 YEAR CONTRACT - HYBRID WORKING - NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE Job Description Our client are looking for a Digital Product Manager to join their team on an initial 1 year contract. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and designing proprietary digital products, including their mobile app and website. You will work on technical product initiatives and go-to-market strategies in a diverse, multi-market environment, serving as a central resource for design, process, analytics, and product teams. Responsibilities Assist in developing business cases for new products or features. Support research of regulatory developments and provide input on potential implications in a multi-market global domain. Document product processes for management, enhancements, and standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and document product requirements, ensuring timely delivery of product features using agile methodologies. Act as the primary...

NSA Contract Project Manager - Civils Scope Contract | Inside IR35 | Ongoing Location: Bristol or London (hybrid working available) Vacancy Overview We are seeking an experienced NSA Contract Project Manager (Civils) to support the delivery of a major UK nuclear new-build infrastructure programme. This is a high-profile role within a large, complex megaproject operating at the forefront of the UK's low-carbon energy transition. The programme is now in active construction and delivery, offering long-term contract opportunities within a technically demanding and highly regulated environment. The role sits within the Technical Contract Management function and is responsible for managing delivery of a Nuclear Services Agreement (NSA) covering design and engineering services, with specific accountability for civils scope activities. Role Purpose The Contract Project Manager (Civils) will be responsible for managing NSA contract delivery for civils-related design...

Job Title: Environmental Manager (Waste Management) Location: Willesden Euro Terminal, London Contract: Permanent 40 hours per week (Weekdays) Role Overview The SCS Environment & Sustainability team is supporting the construction phase of the HS2 Main Works Civils Contract across the London area, providing strategic environmental leadership to meet client, programme and joint venture objectives. We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager with a strong background in waste management to take responsibility for environmental compliance and performance at Willesden Euro Terminal (WET). WET is a Non-Hazardous Waste Transfer Station, operating under an Environment Agency Bespoke Waste Management Permit, receiving tunnel arisings by conveyor and transferring material via rail to disposal facilities. The successful candidate will act as the Technically Competent Manager (COCT) under the WAMITAB scheme, as required by the Environment Agency permit, and will...

Job Title: Marketing and Communications Manager Duration: 6 months Location: London/Hybrid (three days per week in the office) Salary: Competitive Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you a dynamic marketing professional with a passion for financial services? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a real impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a leading organisation in the banking sector, is seeking a Marketing and Communications Manager to join their innovative team. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Development: Drive the UK Marketing Strategy, ensuring alignment...

Job Title: High-End Residential - Site Manager Start Date: February 2026 Duration: 1 year Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Rate: £280 - £300+ per day DOE Type: Contract (CIS) Location: Central London Role: 4Site Recruitment is seeking a Site Manager for a high-end residential project in Central London. Responsibilities: Plan, organise, and manage day-to-day site operations Coordinate subcontractors and workforce on site Monitor progress to ensure project milestones are met Ensure quality of work meets project specifications Manage health and safety compliance on site Liaise with client, project manager, and design teams Track materials, deliveries, and site resources Resolve on-site issues quickly and efficiently Requirements: Experience working on high-end residential projects Experience with luxury refurbishments, extensions, or new builds 3 - 4 years in a similar Site Manager role Knowledge of residential construction processes and finishes Health and Safety...

Role:                  Independent Domestic Violence Advocate Based:               Wandsworth Rate:                 £20 umb Start Date:          23rd February 2026 Duration:           Temporary Hours:              Full-time 35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9-5 pm  - Hybrid (Tuesday and Thursday home working – 1 day office, 2 days community-based services Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for an Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA) to join their Enhanced Support Outreach Team, focusing on supporting clients living in Wandsworth. The IDVA will provide high-quality, trauma-informed independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse and additionally face multiple disadvantages in accessing support service across Wandsworth. Funded by MOPAC (Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime), this post focuses on improving access to justice, safety and holistic support for individuals affected by domestic abuse, including those navigating the criminal justice...

Job Title: Design & Build - Site Manager Start Date: February 2026 Duration: Until July/Aug 2026 Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Rate: £280 - £300+ per day DOE Type: Contract (CIS) Location: Central London Role: 4Site Recruitment is looking for a Site Manager for a commercial office fit-out project in Central London. Responsibilities: Plan, organise, and manage day-to-day site operations Coordinate subcontractors and workforce on site Monitor progress to ensure project milestones are met Ensure quality of work meets project specifications Manage health and safety compliance on site Liaise with client, project manager, and design teams Track materials, deliveries, and site resources Resolve on-site issues quickly and efficiently Requirements: Experience working on Design & Build projects Experience with CAT A / CAT B office fit-outs 3 - 4 years in a similar Site Manager role Knowledge of office fit-out procedures Haelth and Safety awareness Reliable and punctual Essential...