Design Manager

1 week ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Freelance Design Manager – Birmingham, West Midlands – Main Contractor

Role: Design Manager

Location: Based in Birmingham, with future workload across the Midlands.

Charge Rate: £325 - £350 Per day

Are you a skilled and experienced Design Manager seeking a role with a leading contractor known for delivering high-profile construction projects?

This is your opportunity to work on an exciting £20M Leisure refurbishment scheme in Birmingham and join a team with a strong pipeline of leisure, retail, and stadia schemes across the UK.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Design Manager to take the lead on a refurbishment scheme involving structural alterations. You’ll have the chance to shape and deliver this flagship project while working closely with clients and a highly skilled team. Beyond this, you'll be part of an organization with a reputation for excellence and a robust workload across the Midlands.

Key Responsibilities:

* Overseeing the design process from pre-construction to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations, budgets, and deadlines.

* Acting as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders, fostering strong, collaborative relationships.

* Coordinating with architects, consultants, and internal teams to resolve design challenges effectively.

* Ensuring compliance with regulations, quality standards, and technical specifications.

What We’re Looking For:

* Relevant qualifications in construction, architecture, or engineering.

* Proven experience in a Design Manager role, ideally with a main contractor.

* Strong knowledge of construction design processes, especially in refurbishment and structural projects.

* Exceptional communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

What’s on Offer?

* Charge Rate: £325 - £350 Per day

* 12 – 18 Month Workload

* Future projects throughout the Midlands

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