Design Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Design Manager for freelance work in North London, with a competitive rate of up to £350 per day. The role involves overseeing design management for recladding and fire remediation projects, ensuring compliance with all building regulations and managing consultants. This position offers the potential for transition into a permanent role after six months based on business needs.

Benefits

Opportunity for permanent role

Competitive day rate

Working with a renowned contractor

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Design Manager or Design Manager within the construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of fire remediation, recladding, and building envelope works.
• Excellent understanding of Building Control and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design management across recladding and fire remediation projects.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and Building Control requirements.
• Manage Building Regulations application submissions and liaise with relevant authorities.

Skills

Fire remediation expertise

Building regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Salary: £325 - £350 per day. Type: Full Time. Region: UK - London. Town/City: North London, London. Posted: 02/09/2025. Listed in: Construction Management. Reference: BBBH3418_1756806138

Job Description

Design Manager - Freelance

North London (projects across London)

Freelance, with the option to go permanent - up to £350/day (inside IR35)

We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to join a Tier 2 main contractor specialising in recladding and fire remediation projects across London. This role offers the flexibility of an initial freelance contract with the option to transition into a permanent position after 6 months (dependent on business needs at the time).

This role is office-based and ideal for someone who understands the technical, legislative and risk elements of façade remediation and cladding replacement - particularly on occupied residential or mixed-use developments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design management across recladding and fire remediation projects.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Control requirements, and Gateway approvals.
• Review and coordinate drawings against Building Regulations and Fire Risk Assessments.
• Manage Building Regulations application submissions and liaise with relevant authorities.
• Lead the appointment and management of consultants.
• Support the tender process including reviewing tender submissions and coordinating design input.
• Act as the key point of contact between internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Assistant Design Manager or Design Manager within the construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of fire remediation, recladding, and building envelope works.
• Excellent understanding of Building Control, Gateway processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience reviewing and managing Fire Risk Assessments.
• Strong track record of handling Building Regulations submissions.
• Previous experience appointing and managing consultants.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple projects with strong organisational skills.
• Available for an (near) immediate start.

Benefits

• Freelance contract with the opportunity to move into a permanent role after 6 months (dependent on business needs).
• Experience working with a renowned Tier 2 main contractor in London
• Opportunity to make a difference on projects requiring fire remediation work
• Competitive day rate - paying up to £350/day (inside IR35)

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply now to discuss further!

Please note that we are unable to provide work sponsorship for this role.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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