Lead Designer for Waterlooville Leisure Centre Transformation Project

Havant Borough Council is seeking an experienced Architectural leisure specialist to act as Lead Designer for the transformation of Waterlooville Leisure Centre. The role involves managing design development through RIBA stages 1, 2, and part 3, leading to first stage tender and contractor appointment. The Lead Designer will coordinate and manage a multi-disciplinary team including structural engineering, mechanical and electrical services, fire engineering, quantity surveying, and building safety consultancy. Key responsibilities include overseeing multiple surveys (measured building survey, structural survey, M&E validation, drainage, asbestos assessment, and others), coordinating design consultants whether in-house or appointed as sub-consultants, and ensuring quality delivery against client objectives. The project is divided into three phases: Phase 1 covers health and fitness area redesign with new studios, refurbished changing facilities, accessible features, and potential spa provision; Phase 2 involves a care and family zone rejuvenation; Phase 3 addresses padel courts and car park modifications (managed separately). The council will directly appoint the CDM Principal Designer and Building Safety Act Principal Designer to maintain independence and comply with legal obligations. The supplier must have strong coordination and project management capabilities to deliver this complex leisure facility transformation.