Freelance Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager with a proven track record in Data Centre / Mission Critical projects to manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams from pre-construction through to delivery. The role is client-facing and based at our client’s office in Newbury.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead the design management process across Data Centre projects.

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Coordinate architectural, structural, civil, and MEP design teams.

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Manage design deliverables, RFIs, technical queries, and design changes.

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Chair design coordination meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

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Ensure designs are compliant, buildable, and delivered to programme.

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Support procurement, commissioning, and project handover activities.

Requirements

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5+ years’ experience as a Design Manager on Data Centre / Mission Critical projects.

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Strong understanding of MEP coordination and Design & Build delivery.

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Experience using Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and CDE platforms.

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Degree or HNC/HND in a construction or engineering discipline.

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SMSTS and CSCS Manager Card preferred.

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Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

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Experience with Tier III / Tier IV Data Centres.

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Knowledge of commissioning and live operational environments