Freelance Design Manager

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager with a proven track record in Data Centre / Mission Critical projects to manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams from pre-construction through to delivery. The role is client-facing and based at our client’s office in Newbury. Key Responsibilities * Lead the design management process across Data Centre projects. * Coordinate architectural, structural, civil, and MEP design teams. * Manage design deliverables, RFIs, technical queries, and design changes. * Chair design coordination meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. * Ensure designs are compliant, buildable, and delivered to programme. * Support procurement, commissioning, and project handover activities. Requirements * 5+ years’ experience as a Design Manager on Data Centre / Mission Critical projects. * Strong understanding of MEP coordination and Design & Build delivery. * Experience using Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and CDE platforms. * Degree or HNC/HND in a construction or engineering discipline. * SMSTS and CSCS Manager Card preferred. * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Desirable * Experience with Tier III / Tier IV Data Centres. * Knowledge of commissioning and live operational environments