Position Overview

A Temporary Design Manager is required to provide additional on-site support for the final stages of build close-out and handover preparation on a prison construction project in Sutton.

The successful candidate will work from the project's site office compound (located beside the prison) and play a key role in resolving outstanding design actions, coordinating technical information, and ensuring all design documentation is fully aligned for project completion and handover.

This position is ideal for a Design Manager with previous MOJ or custodial sector experience who can make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Close out all outstanding design-related actions during final construction and handover stages.

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Coordinate responses to design queries (RFIs, TQs) with consultants and specialist subcontractors.

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Review, update and finalise as-built drawings, O&M manuals, certification, and compliance documentation.

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Provide on-site technical support to resolve design clashes and construction issues quickly.

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Ensure all design information complies with MOJ standards, custodial design requirements, and statutory regulations.

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Work closely with project management, commercial and construction teams to align design outputs with programme.

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Attend design close-out meetings and support final inspections and approvals.

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Maintain robust documentation and ensure full readiness for project handover.

Requirements

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Proven experience as a Design Manager on major construction or custodial/security-led projects.

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MOJ, prison or secure facility design experience highly desirable.

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Valid DBS certification (essential).

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Ability to work on site full-time from the Sutton compound.

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Strong technical background across multidisciplinary design packages.

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Excellent coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.

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Experience supporting late-stage design close-out and project handover.

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Ability to operate independently and meet tight deadlines.

Ideal Candidate

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Immediately available or able to start at short notice.

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Within reasonable commuting distance of Sutton, Surrey (SM2).

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Highly organised, proactive and detail-focused.

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Strong understanding of custodial design requirements and secure environment protocols