Design Manager
| Posting date: | 22 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £400 to £450 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 June 2026 |
| Location: | Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9NM |
| Company: | Fawkes & Reece |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | Crawley_1779458688 |
Summary
We're Hiring: Freelance Design Manager
Location: Crawley
Day rate: £400 - £450
Duration: ongoing
Key Responsibilities of the Freelance Design Manager:
- Manage and coordinate the design process from pre-construction through to delivery.
- Ensure design information is delivered on time to meet programme requirements.
- Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements, security standards, and buildability.
- Lead design team meetings and manage the flow of information between stakeholders.
- Work closely with site and commercial teams to resolve design issues and maintain project progress.
- Ensure design solutions meet MOD and secure facility requirements.
Required Qualifications/Experience as a Freelance Design Manager:
- Proven experience as a Design Manager within the construction sector.
- Experience delivering secure government, defence, custodial, or highly regulated projects is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of design coordination and technical compliance.
- Ability to manage multiple consultants and maintain design programmes.
What's on offer:
- Day rate - to be discussed with myself
- Weekly pay on a Friday
How to apply:
Please apply to this advert with your CV and we will give you a call or call Lewis on 07752467537