Design Manager (Civils & Geotechnical) – Freelance Opportunity Location: Cardiff minimum 3 days per week in office Contract: Freelance 3–6 months Start Date: ASAP Scope: Potential to move into a permanent role We are urgently seeking an experienced Design Manager to support a Substation Project. This role will be based from our Cardiff office and requires a proactive professional who can make an immediate impact. The Role: * Overseeing civil and geotechnical design elements of the Margam Substation project * Liaising with stakeholders to ensure technical compliance and project delivery * Coordinating with design teams and external consultants * Driving design progress to meet programme deadlines Requirements: * Proven experience in substation projects (highly desirable) or wider civils/infrastructure projects * Strong background in civil and geotechnical engineering design management * Ability to lead design teams and manage multiple workstreams * Excellent communication and coordination skills What’s on Offer: * Exciting freelance opportunity with immediate start * Competitive day rate * Hybrid working (minimum 3 days office-based in Cardiff) * Potential transition into a permanent position for the right candidate