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On-site Design Manager (contract)
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Important information
Contract type:
Freelance / Contract
Salary:
£93,600 – £114,400 / year
Location:
London, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
14 October 2026
What they need
Immediate openings on a rolling contract for a Design Manager to work on-site on a 1940s office refurbishment in Central London with subsequent projects in the pipeline.
Position:
Join this growing construction company as they expand their design team and portfolio of sectors. As design manager you will be working on-site leading the RIBA stages 4-5 delivery of this multi-million office refurbishment. Day to day this includes coordinating between the design and construction team, managing design risks and queries as they arise on-site and supporting the overall project programme.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced design manager or experienced technical architect who wants to make the move into design management. This role requires a competent and independent candidate to lead the design of the project through construction.
Candidate:
- Design manager or Architect with 2+ years PQE and proven experience with late stage on-site delivery.
- Proven competency in RIBA stages 4-5.
- Confident and assured in leading the design management on-site.
- Experience in working on large-scale commercial and residential projects.
- Preferably immediate availability.
Studio:
This respected development and construction company has been operating for decades working with both private and public clients across a range of sectors including: new-build mixed use schemes to conversion schemes, high rise and high end developments.
Apply:
Apply via Linkedin or email [email protected] with the subject line: FC2706.
Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those shortlisted for the position. Applicants must have valid Right to Work (RTW) in the UK, as those without will not be eligible.
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