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Freelance Design Manager
Location: Manchester
Project Duration: 6 months (potential extension)
Start Date: September

My Client are a Tier 1 Main Contractor that are in the market for a Freelance Design Manager with a flair for façade packages and a strong background in high-rise construction? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Freelance Design Manager to join the existing project team on a prestigious high-rise RC frame project in the heart of Manchester.

As a Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating, managing, and delivering the façade packages for a major high-rise development, ensuring design integrity, compliance, and quality standards are met throughout.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design management of façade package, ensuring compliance with project spec
• Liaise with architects, structural engineers and subcontractors to deliver design solutions.
• Manage the interface between façade and other elements of the RC frame structure.
• Manage structural integration, thermal performance, and aesthetic requirements.
• Conduct regular design reviews, workshops, and coordination meetings to monitor progress
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to the project team
• Ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards.
• Manage design changes, document control, and approval processes with the project team.
• Oversee the production and coordination of design documentation.

The Candidate
• Proven experience as a Design Manager with a focus on façade packages on high-rise.
• Strong background in managing façade design within RC frame structures.
• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and façade performance requirements.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills
• Ability to build working relationships with design teams, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and interface effectively across project teams.
• Relevant qualifications; Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred.

Apply now with an up to date CV or contact Dan Standish at Kenton Black (Leeds) for more info