Design Management

Design Management

Turning design intent into buildable, coordinated reality.

At Celona Consulting, we provide hands-on design management services that align creative vision with technical delivery—ensuring your project progresses smoothly from concept through to construction. Acting as the link between architects, consultants, and contractors, we manage the flow of design information to keep your programme, budget, and quality targets firmly on track.

Why Design Management Matters

In today’s fast-paced, compliance-heavy construction environment, poor coordination and communication can cause costly delays and rework. Our design management service ensures that every part of the design process is structured, documented, and aligned with both client goals and regulatory expectations.

We work across all RIBA stages—supporting clients, project managers, and lead designers by driving collaboration, maintaining accountability, and proactively resolving design issues before they impact the site.

What We Deliver

Our role is to make sure the right information is developed, reviewed, and delivered at the right time—by the right people. We do this by embedding ourselves within your project team to oversee design delivery from end to end.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating input from architects, engineers, and specialist consultants

  • Monitoring programme milestones and design deliverables

  • Managing design risk registers and issue tracking

  • Chairing design team meetings and technical workshops

  • Reviewing drawings, models, and specifications for compliance and coordination

  • Liaising with planning and building control teams

  • Supporting value engineering and contractor design portions (CDPs)

Our Approach

We follow a structured, three-stage methodology:

1. Early Engagement

We begin with a thorough review of the brief, existing information, and project constraints—developing a roadmap for design delivery and stakeholder coordination.

2. Live Design Management

Throughout the design process, we manage consultant outputs, monitor design programme progress, and ensure that technical information remains coordinated and compliant. We act as the interface between design and delivery teams to prevent gaps or clashes.

3. Construction Support

As projects progress to site, we continue managing design changes, RFIs, and technical submittals—ensuring the design remains aligned with site conditions, budget, and client priorities.

  • Who We Work With

    Our design management services support:

    • Clients & Developers managing complex multi-disciplinary projects

    • Architects seeking structured support to lead or coordinate design teams

    • Contractors looking for help with consultant management and technical packages

    • Project Managers needing design oversight and coordination

  • Why Choose Celona?

    • Experienced Delivery – We’ve worked across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors

    • BIM-Ready – Our design management integrates seamlessly with digital workflows

    • Risk Reduction Focus – We identify and resolve issues early to avoid cost and delay

    • Transparent & Responsive – Fixed-fee options and regular reporting keep everyone aligned

Let’s Streamline Your Project

With Celona Consulting managing your design process, you can reduce risk, improve coordination, and deliver your project with greater confidence and control.

Get in touch to learn how our Design Management services can support your next project.

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