Design Manager

Overview

Freelance Design Manager overseeing fire remediation & recladding projects in London.

Key Responsibilities

• design docs
• consultant mgmt
• fire assessment
• regulatory compliance
• design reviews
• building control

Tasks

You will be responsible for leading the design process from tender, PCSA stage through to delivery, typically managing around two to three projects at any given time. The role involves close coordination with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure design compliance, timely approvals, and effective communication across all stages of the project. -Maintain accurate design documentation and ensure alignment with project programmes -Review and manage consultant appointments, scopes, and deliverables -Oversee and coordinate fire risk assessments and façade design information -Manage and coordinate design information from pre-construction through to delivery -Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act (Gateway 1–3) -Lead design reviews, resolve technical queries, and support site teams during construction -Liaise with Building Control and manage relevant design submissions and approvals

Requirements

• building regulations
• fire remediation
• recladding
• design manager
• main contractor
• coordination

What You Bring

(Open to speaking to Assistant Design Managers/ Junior Design Managers too) An established Main Contractor is seeking a Freelance Design Manager to support a growing portfolio of recladding and fire remediation projects across London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong technical and regulatory experience within the residential sector. We are also open to looking at Junior Design Managers/ Assistant Design Managers -Demonstrated knowledge of Building Regulations submissions and Building Control processes -Strong understanding of fire remediation, recladding, and residential compliance -Office-based in North / North East London, with 1 day WFH flexibility -Ability to work across multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines -Proven experience as a Design Manager within a Main Contractor (will consider an Assistant Design Manager/ Design Coordinator for this role too) -Excellent coordination and communication skills

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Benefits

Rate: Up to £400 per day CIS (DOE) - Permanent role also available Hybrid: Office-based with 1 day working from home -Competitive day rate up to £400/day CIS (dependent on experience) -Opportunity to work with a reputable contractor delivering high-quality, safety-focused projects

About Aldwych Consulting Ltd

-Emerging as a boutique recruitment partner for built-environment professionals. -Consultants specialize in placing talent across civil engineering, project management, structural design, surveying, and more. -Serve main contractors, property firms, and blue-chip consultancies with repeat client engagement. -Planted a native UK tree for every candidate placed to reflect their commitment to sustainability. -Moved into a Monument office to align with their growing ambitions. -Host annual retreats in locations like Berlin and Vienna, showcasing a culture of growth and team spirit.

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