Freelance Design Manager
Location: Hackney, London
Project: New Build Hotel
Contract: Freelance
Duration: 18 months
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Design Manager to join a long-term project team on an exciting new build hotel development in Hackney.
This is a key role overseeing the design process from pre-construction through delivery, ensuring coordination across all disciplines and alignment with programme, cost, and quality expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and coordinate the design process across all stages of the project
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Lead design team meetings and act as the main point of contact for consultants
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Ensure design information is issued in line with the construction programme
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Review and manage design risk, compliance, and buildability
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Coordinate with commercial, planning, and construction teams
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Manage design changes and ensure timely approvals
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Ensure all designs comply with statutory regulations and employer’s requirements
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Design Manager on new build projects, ideally within the hotel or residential sector
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Strong knowledge of design coordination, technical delivery, and construction processes
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Ability to work independently in a freelance capacity
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Experience working on London-based projects preferred
If this role is of interest, please contact Charles Howe of Tradeline Recruitment