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)
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 requirements.
Overall Responsibility
* Liaison between the Client, Design Consultants, and project staff
* Liaison with the Site Manager for the development of design packages and procurement strategies
Key Accountabilities & Tasks
* Support the Design Manager in leading the design process across preconstruction and construction phases
* Assist with overseeing design consultants, ensuring compliance, buildability, and efficiency
* Support liaison between client, consultants, project teams, and site management
* Coordinate the preparation, review, and support sign‑off of all design documentation
* Ensure robust flow and control of design information, aligned to Document Management Procedures
* Support commercial and procurement teams in developing design packages and procurement strategies
* Represent the Client in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
* Support design input relating to environmental certifications (e.g., BREEAM)
* Contribute to risk management and design quality reviews at key stages
* Support the facilitation of design handovers between preconstruction and site teams
Essential Criteria
* Relevant Construction or Architecture qualification
* Previous main contractor experience
* Strong understanding of the Design & Build process
* Excellent knowledge of design process through commercial and construction design stages
* Good working knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work
* Strong in‑depth technical knowledge
* Good knowledge of the planning process
* Proven experience managing design across multiple project types (e.g., Residential, Schools, Hospitals, Student Accommodation)
* Working knowledge of Building Regulations
Why this role?
This is a great opportunity to step into a live, high‑value education project at an early stage and make a genuine impact—driving coordination, decision‑making, and design delivery through the next phases.
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