Senior Design Manager

Senior Design Manager - Freelance - Yorkshire

Currently partnered with a key client who requires a Design Manager to work on an upcoming project.

This is a three-month position with the potential for extension, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the design process and work closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

• Lead and manage the design process, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry standards
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and integrate design solutions
• Review and approve design drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Monitor design risks, costs, and programme impacts, providing regular updates to senior management
• Facilitate design reviews, workshops, and coordination meetings
• Support procurement and tender processes as required
• Ensure smooth handover of design information to construction and operational teams

• Proven experience as a Design Manager at a Tier 1
• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of design standards, building regulations, and construction processes
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines