Freelance Design Manager

Following the award of a £50m+ new build project, a Tier One contractor are seeking a Design Manager on a freelance basis for a duration of 18 months to two years. Overseeing the Design process, you’ll exemplify the companies commitment to Health & Safety, and ensuring quality and best practice will be second nature to you * Manage the development of all Contractor design within the project * Ensuring strict adherence to all design and build procedures * Ensure the design and delivery program is always adhered to * Co-ordinate external contractors with the Design team * Develop and finalise various works packages * Ensure the external contractor’s elements of the project are developed in accordance with the project specifications and drawings achieving the desired quality * Effectively manage and co-ordinate sub-contractors works packages and design information flow * Chair Co-ordination Meetings and Subcontractor Design Meetings and any other such meetings as necessary * Responsible for contract administration for the contractor’s design portion packages * Assist in providing monthly internal and external site performance reports covering design, design development, risk and procurement / off site manufacture. * Assist the commercial team with subcontract issues and any divergence from the tendered bid The successful candidate would ideally be degree qualified in a construction related subject with extensive experience within a design management role however this role would also suit someone who is currently working in a Design Coordination capacity who is looking to take on more responsibility and progress towards a Design Manager level. Applicants must have UK construction experience, ideally with a building main contractor or architectural practice. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD knowledge is a plus. Willingness to learn work on own development outside the role. Organised with excellent time management skills. Remuneration Day rate will vary depending on experience but as a guide £(Apply online only) per day (Ltd company) This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for temporary recruitment on behalf of our client