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Design Manager

Job details
Posting date: 30 June 2025
Salary: £350 to £450 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 July 2025
Location: Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2AP
Company: Fawkes & Reece
Job type: Contract
Job reference: GM624_1751272199

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Summary

About the role of Design Manager

Fawkes & Reece are aiding an award-winning housing developer in their latest project which is approaching the 2nd stage of development. With over 125 years of construction experience and a multibillion pound annual turnover, you will have to mirror their approach and attention to detail on specifications and quality. This is an exciting opportunity to take the reins on a residential development consisting of three 4-story RC frame apartment blocks and 20 traditionally built homes. With the project design completed it will now be entering the construction delivery phase, and we are now looking for a capable Design Manager to drive the project from post design through to completion. This role will be site based 5 days a week in Wokingham, so candidates must be within a commutable distance to ensure smooth delivery.

Our client's key desires for the right candidate include

  • Oversee the transition from design to delivery
  • Experience of working alongside reputable house builders/property developers (Tier 1)
  • Act as the primary point of contact between site teams, consultants and subcontractors for design related matters
  • Ensure design compliance with building regulations, planning conditions and project specifications
  • Support commercial teams with technical input

What we offer for Design Manager

The role includes a long-term Freelance contract proposed, and an extremely competitive daily rate offered depending on experience. If you are passionate about delivering in a high growth, high impact sector whilst being available for an immediate start get in touch with George Mortimer at Fawkes & Reece and click apply with your up-to-date CV.

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