Design Manager

Position: Design Manager (Permanent)
Design Manager
Cut & Carve Office-to-Hotel Conversion | Central London
£100m+ Project Value
We're partnering with a leading construction business to appoint an experienced Design Manager for a major cut & carve office-to-hotel conversion in Central London.
This is a technically challenging project, ideal for a Design Manager who thrives in complex refurbishments, heavy structural alteration, and close coordination between design, construction, and specialist subcontractors.
The Project

* £100m+ cut & carve conversion

* Existing office building converted into a hotel

* Central London location

* Significant structural alteration and refurbishment

* Pre-construction and delivery involvement

The Role
You'll manage and coordinate the design process from PCSA through delivery, working closely with the Project Manager and wider team. The role spans pre-construction, statutory compliance, and on-site delivery, with a strong focus on design coordination, risk management, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

* Managing and coordinating the design team through Stage 2-4 design

* Remaining involved through Stage 5, including subcontractor design coordination

* Supporting pre-construction activities such as planning conditions, BREEAM, surveys, and consultant appointments

* Developing and maintaining key design controls, including:

* Design Responsibility Matrix

* Information Release Schedule

* Design Programme

* Risk Register

* Managing document control systems, workflows, and drawing uploads

* Ensuring quality management procedures are followed

* Supporting compliance with Building Safety Act requirements, including Gateway 2 (desirable)

* Developing and maintaining the golden thread of information
What We're Looking For

* Proven Design Management experience on cut & carve or major refurbishment projects

* Strong understanding of design coordination through both pre-construction and delivery

* Experience working on complex, high-value projects in London

* Familiarity with Building Safety Act requirements is highly desirable

* Proficient in Aconex and Fieldview

* Highly organised with strong communication and stakeholder management skills