Design Manager (Contract) - Workplace Interiors
London | Immediate Start | 3‑Month Contract
We’re looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a high‑profile workplace fit‑out project in London, with an immediate start required.
This is a project‑focused role, not a roaming position — you’ll be embedded on a single, large‑scale scheme, supporting a critical phase of design coordination and delivery. It’s fast‑paced, detail‑driven, and requires someone who can confidently sit between design, technical delivery, and site.
The Role
- Take ownership of design coordination and delivery, ensuring the project moves seamlessly from design intent through to build.
- Lead design coordination across all disciplines (interiors, consultants, subcontractors).
- Manage the flow of drawings, packages, and technical information.
- Act as the key link between design team, delivery team, and site.
- Ensure design intent is maintained while remaining buildable and programme‑aligned.
- Review drawings for coordination, quality, and compliance.
- Drive resolution of design issues and RFIs.
- Support programme by ensuring design deliverables are issued on time.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience as a Design Manager on workplace/interiors fit‑outs.
- Background in commercial workplace design (essential).
- Confident managing multi‑disciplinary design coordination.
- Solid technical understanding – able to review and challenge drawings.
- Experience working closely with site teams and delivery programmes.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Able to step into a live project and add value immediately.
The Opportunity
- Join a major London workplace project at a critical stage.
- Be embedded on a single flagship scheme.
- Work within a fast‑moving design & build environment.
- 3‑month contract with potential for extension depending on programme.
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