Assistant Design Manager – Freelance (Mid-Rise Residential Scheme, Stoke Newington)
Location: Stoke Newington, London
Contract: Freelance, until April 2026
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
We are seeking a proactive Assistant Design Manager to join the project team on a mid-rise residential development in Stoke Newington. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious design professional to play a key role in delivering a high-quality urban regeneration project through the technical and construction phases.
The Role
Working closely with the Design Manager and wider project team, you will support the coordination of design information between consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. You’ll help manage the flow of design documents, ensure compliance with design standards and client requirements, and contribute to the smooth delivery of design packages to site.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in managing design information flow and document control across multiple disciplines.
Coordinate consultant and subcontractor design deliverables in line with the project programme.
Support design reviews and technical meetings with internal teams and external consultants.
Track design progress against key milestones and support issue resolution.
Liaise with the site team to ensure design intent is maintained through construction.
Contribute to risk and design change management processes.
About You
2–4 years’ experience in a design management, architectural, or technical coordination role within the construction industry.
Strong understanding of residential or mixed-use projects, ideally mid-rise schemes.
Confident working with drawings, BIM models, and technical documentation.
Excellent communication and organisation skills with a collaborative mindset.
Proficient in document management systems (e.g. Asite, Viewpoint, Aconex) and Microsoft Office.
Why Join
Work on a high-quality development in a sought-after London location.
Join a supportive, experienced team in a collaborative working environment.
Freelance role with flexibility and competitive rates.
Opportunity to grow your experience on a complex design and build project