Assistant Design Coordinator

Assistant Design Coordinator

Location:Oxfordshire and surrounding areas (Site-Based)
Salary:£40,000 £50,000 per annum + Benefits
Job Type:Permanent, Full-Time

Assistant Design Coordinator Construction

We are working with a well-established construction contractor who is looking to recruit an Assistant Design Coordinatorto join their growing team, working on a diverse portfolio of new-build and refurbishment projects valued between £5m and £70m.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in design coordination or architectural practice who is looking to develop their career within a main contractor environment. We would also consider candidates at Design Coordinator level, provided they are not operating at Senior level.

The role will involve supporting the Design Manager in progressing design information, typically from RIBA Stage 4 onwards, ensuring designs are coordinated, cost-effective and delivered in line with project programmes. Projects will be based across Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Design Manager to progress design information from outline through to detailed design.
• Assist in developing cost-effective design solutions that meet project requirements and construction deadlines.
• Identify potential design risks and contribute to developing practical solutions to mitigate them.
• Attend design team meetings, providing updates on design progress and coordinating with external consultants and design teams.
• Coordinate, manage and issue drawings and updated design information to consultants, subcontractors and contractors.
• Support the resolution of design queries and help ensure information is accurate, coordinated and available when required.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of new-build and refurbishment projects, ensuring design information supports the construction programme.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a background in design coordination, architectural practice or a related construction discipline.

You will ideally have:

• Experience working within a main contractor or architectural practice environment.
• Practical experience coordinating design information for construction projects.
• An understanding of new-build construction and the design process, ideally from RIBA Stage 4 onwards.
• Experience working across a range of project types.
• The ability to identify design issues, communicate effectively with project stakeholders and help develop practical solutions.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage information and work to deadlines.
• A relevant HNC, HND, BA or BSc in Construction, Architecture or a related discipline.
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to sites across Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas.

Experience within the education, commercial, leisure, retail or distribution sectors would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Salary:£40,000 £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Car allowance:£3,150 per annum.
• Pension:5% employer contribution, increasing to 10% after two years' service.
• Annual leave:25 days' holiday, plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• Bonus:Inclusion in the company bonus schemes.
• The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects valued between £5m and £70m.
• Excellent scope to develop your design coordination experience and progress your career within a supportive construction team.

Apply Now

If you have experience in design coordination or architectural practice and are looking for your next opportunity within the construction industry, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to find out more about this Assistant Design Coordinator opportunity.