473 design manager jobs found

Are you a commercially astute Design Manager who excels at solving complex architectural and technical interfaces? We are seeking a sharp, proactive Freelance Design Manager to take design ownership of an exciting development combining a major refurbishment of an existing structure alongside a high-spec new build extension. This role requires someone who can seamlessly bridge the gap between pre-construction and on-site delivery, coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams, managing statutory approvals, and ensuring the design package meets both buildability and budgetary requirements. Key Responsibilities * Design Coordination: Lead and manage the design process across both the existing refurbishment framework and the new build structure, ensuring seamless integration between the two. * Consultant Management: Act as the main point of contact for external architects, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and specialist sub-contractor design teams. *...

My client is a regional main contractor specialising in multi-million new build projects across the health and education sectors. They are currently seeking a freelance Design Manager for a new build £22m commercial scheme near to Birmingham The successful design manager will have 5 years main contractor experience and project experience up to £20m in value. As Design Manager on this project, your duties and responsibilities will include: Attending and contributing to design meetings Liaising with clients, architects and external consultants Managing site audits and creating proactive risk assessments Ensuring sub-contractor compliance with client specifications Ensuring project completion in line with programme Value engineering/ resolving technical and design issuesTo apply for this role, please complete the fields below

Summary NRL are working with a leading national M&E contractor seeking an experienced MEP Design Manager for a high-value building services project in Newmarket. This is an excellent short-term opportunity for professionals with a strong background in mechanical, electrical design management, keen on ensuring successful design delivery on complex projects.   Location and Working Pattern On-site at the project location in Newmarket. Client Overview Our client is a well-established national M&E contractor, recognised for delivering technically complex projects across multiple sectors. Responsibilities Administer the completion of project design activities by external consultants Coordinate and review design submissions to ensure alignment with project objectives Monitor design progress and report on milestones and compliance Ensure design solutions meet industry standards and regulatory requirements Act as a key liaison between consultants, the contracting team, and the...

Design Manager Location: Birmingham (Hybrid/Flexible - minimum 3 days per week on site) Rate: £400 per day Contract Length: 3-6 months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Are you a Design Manager looking for your next contract opportunity? We're working with a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation that is looking to strengthen its project delivery team with an experienced Design Manager to support the Great Grid Partnership (GGP) portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to take responsibility for the coordination, assurance and oversight of design activities across a portfolio of major infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in ensuring design outputs are delivered on time, to the required quality standards and aligned with project requirements and governance processes. Working across multiple projects, the Design Manager will support design planning, programme management, stakeholder coordination and design assurance activities, helping to drive efficient...

CRE Construction / Design Manager Overview We are seeking an experienced CRE Construction / Design Manager to support the delivery of a major rail accessibility improvement programme across multiple station locations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of design and construction activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in accordance with project requirements. This role requires close collaboration with designers, contractors, project stakeholders, and client representatives to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate design management activities throughout project delivery. Manage the interface between design and construction teams across multiple work locations. Ensure all design and construction activities comply with relevant rail industry standards, processes, and assurance requirements. Liaise with project stakeholders,...

CRE Construction / Design Manager Overview We are seeking an experienced CRE Construction / Design Manager to support the delivery of a major rail accessibility improvement programme across multiple station locations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of design and construction activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in accordance with project requirements. This role requires close collaboration with designers, contractors, project stakeholders, and client representatives to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate design management activities throughout project delivery. Manage the interface between design and construction teams across multiple work locations. Ensure all design and construction activities comply with relevant rail industry standards, processes, and assurance requirements. Liaise with project stakeholders,...

Design Manager  Location: Carlisle (On-site - minimum 3 days per week) Rate: £400 per day Contract Length: 3-6 months IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Are you a Design Manager looking for your next contract opportunity? We're working with a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation that is looking to strengthen its project delivery team with an experienced Design Manager to support Project Harker in Carlisle. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major UK energy infrastructure project, taking responsibility for the end-to-end management, coordination and assurance of design activities. You will play a key role in ensuring design deliverables are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards. The role requires regular site presence, with a minimum of three days per week on site, supporting coordination, stakeholder engagement, design reviews and construction interface activities. Key Responsibilities ·Manage and maintain the design programme,...

Senior Design Manager – Major £400m London Project Location: London Position: Senior Design Manager Sector: Major Construction / Student Accommodation Project Value: £400m Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Employment: Permanent We are currently working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Design Manager for a major £400m development in Central London. The project is currently at pre-construction stage, with the successful candidate playing a key role in the design process and the upcoming Building Safety Act Gateway 2 submission. This is an excellent opportunity to join a major long-term London development at an early stage and have significant involvement throughout pre-construction and into delivery. Key responsibilities will include: * Leading and coordinating the design process during pre-construction. * Supporting and managing the Building Safety Act / Gateway 2 submission. * Managing architects,...

I'm currently working on behalf of a major engineering contractor that's looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager on a contract basis to support a growing portfolio of HV infrastructure projects based out of the Yorkshire office. The business delivers multi-disciplinary engineering solutions across the UK's electricity network, specialising in the design, construction and maintenance of substations, overhead lines, underground cable systems and wider power infrastructure. They play a key role in upgrading the UK's transmission and distribution network, supporting the transition to a more resilient, low-carbon energy system. This role will see you leading and coordinating the design delivery of 132kV substation projects, managing internal and external design teams, ensuring designs are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements. You'll work closely with project delivery and construction teams to ensure designs are practical, compliant and...

Freelance Design Manager Location: Leeds The Opportunity RG Set Square are working with a leading Main Contractor seeking an experienced Freelance Design Manager to support a growing portfolio of construction projects across the education, leisure, and heritage sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded pre-construction and delivery team, playing a key role in managing and coordinating the design process from early-stage development through to project delivery. Projects will include: Leisure Centres Schools and Academies Colleges and Universities Listed and Heritage Buildings Public Sector Construction Projects You will work closely with internal pre-construction teams, clients, architects, consultants, local authorities, and key stakeholders to ensure designs are coordinated, compliant, and deliverable. Key Responsibilities - Manage the design process throughout pre-construction and project delivery phases. -...

Design Manager (Highways) 6 month+ contract £500 to £575 per day IR35 TBC (likely outside) Hybrid; 1 day London, 1 day Norwich, remainder WFH Start: ASAP My client, a leading UK highways and infrastructure contractor, is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of a highways project in Norwich. This role is ideal for someone with strong highways and construction delivery experience who can lead multidisciplinary design activity and drive a Right First Time culture. Role Purpose The Design Manager will oversee all design activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring outputs are safe, buildable, compliant and acceptable for adoption by asset owners. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will lead the detailed design process and work closely with construction, technical and stakeholder teams. Key Responsibilities Detailed design leadership - Drive design delivery to required quality and deadlines. Compliance oversight - Ensure design aligns...

We are looking for an Electrical Design Manager on a contract basis for a Central London based M&E Building Services Contractor. Office based position in Central London. To work on Electrical Design mainly on commercial office fitout and refurbishment. Potential opportunity to develop into a long term contract role

Freelance Design Manager – Immediate Start We're seeking an experienced Design Manager for an exciting 5-month contract based in Greater Manchester. * Location: Greater Manchester * Contract Length: 5 Months * Rate: Approx. £400 per day (Umbrella) * Start: Immediate The Role * Lead and oversee design delivery across multiple projects * Manage and mentor design teams * Collaborate with stakeholders to align design outcomes with business objectives * Drive quality, consistency, and innovation throughout the design process What We're Looking For * Proven experience in a Design Manager or Design Leadership role * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills * Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams * Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment * If you're available immediately and interested in learning more, please get in contact

Senior Mechanical Handling Engineer Duration: 12 Months Location: Devenport Dockyard, Plymouth (remote/hybrid) Pay Rate: £63-£70 per hour inside IR35 via Umbrella (35 hours per week) Clearance required: SC Clearance/ eligibility required Summary: To deliver the MoD's submarine and warship programmes, a significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site. The 'Major Infrastructure Projects' (MIP) Business Unit has been established to support this. One of the key scope elements within MIP is establishing a defuel capability for out of service submarines, which is delivered under the programme banner of 14 Dock Readiness. This work comprises of several interrelated projects to develop various multi-disciplinary infrastructure systems, with an overall value more than £100m. The Submarine Defuel Delivery Project (SDDP) sits within the Dock Readiness programme. SDDP provides the Reactor Access House (RAH) which supplies the necessary tools and...

Architect / Building Surveyor / Building Engineer - Design Manager / Project Engineer Location: Southwark / Stratford / Hybrid Working: 50% home working / 50% office and site-based Contract:6 months initially Start Date: ASAP Rate: Dependent on experience and competency The Role We are looking for an experienced Architect, Building Surveyor or Building Engineer with Design Management experience to support London Underground Renewals. You will work as a Design Manager / Project Engineer, coordinating different engineering disciplines, managing design information and supporting the London Underground assurance process. This is a varied role involving office, home and site-based working within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Key Responsibilities Coordinate design and engineering activities across different disciplines. Support the delivery of London Underground renewal projects. Manage design interfaces and technical information. Support the London Underground...

We are recruiting for an experienced Document Controller to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects. To be considered for this position you must be within a 45 minute commute of Lincoln. Based within the project team, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and controlling all project documentation, ensuring information is accurately recorded, distributed and maintained throughout the construction process. Key Responsibilities • Manage and maintain the project document control system • Control the issue, distribution and revision of drawings, specifications and technical documentation • Ensure project information is correctly uploaded, recorded and distributed to relevant parties • Maintain accurate drawing registers and document trackers • Manage incoming and outgoing project correspondence • Ensure the project team is working from the latest approved drawings and information • Coordinate documentation...

We are recruiting for an experienced M&E Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the management and coordination of mechanical and electrical building services, working closely with the project, design and commercial teams to ensure M&E packages are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Manage the delivery of mechanical and electrical services throughout the project lifecycle • Coordinate M&E design, installation, commissioning and handover activities • Manage and monitor specialist M&E subcontractors • Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers and commercial teams • Review M&E designs, drawings, specifications and technical submissions • Identify and resolve design coordination and buildability issues • Ensure M&E installations are delivered...

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects. SMSTS & First Aid are mandatory. *To be considered for this position you must be based within 1 hours commute of Lincoln The successful candidate will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects, managing the project team from pre-construction and mobilisation through to completion and handover. This is a key leadership position requiring a Project Manager with strong main contractor experience and a proven track record of delivering significant new-build projects safely, on programme, within budget and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities • Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of new-build construction projects • Manage projects from pre-construction and mobilisation through to completion and handover • Lead and coordinate the site-based project delivery team •...

Construction Manager This morning one of my clients called and told me he needs a Senior Construction Manager that can start very quickly, they do not have the resource internally to fill the Construction Manager requirements that are needed. The client is an industry leader in the interiors world and having the opportunity to work for them doesn't come too often so this is a good opportunity. They're looking for a Senior Construction Manager to have the ability to take control of co-ordination, dry lining, blockwork, and the fit out of utility areas. This is a major project and is worth £250m. Requirements for Construction Manager SMSTS CSCS First Aid Knowledge of commercial fit outResponsibilities for the Construction Manager Attending and contributing in contractor prestart meetings. Attending and contributing in design team meetings. Chairing weekly sub-contractor progress meetings, taking and issuing meeting minutes. Attending safe starts. Approving RAMS. Attending...

Façade Manager A Tier 1 contractor is hiring for a Façade Manager for a 8 month duration on a new build healthcare project based in West London. Pay ranges from £320-£350cis per day. About the role of Façade Manager: The role will be managing the façade package, working alongside an on-site Façade Lead. You will need to oversee the installation of unitised façades, curtain walling, glazed façades, cladding, and window and door systems. The project is worth circa £80m. Responsibilities for the Façade Manager: Strong people management skills, experience in leading large teams, including solid technical knowledge of short-term programming, construction methodology. Strong background delivering projects involving: Unitised façade systems Curtain walling Glazed façades Cladding Windows and doors Experience managing all phases of facade packages, including health and safety, quality, and costs Knowledge of facade design, detailing, and structural design standards, as well...