Design Manager
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