Job description
The Design-Build Coordinator ensures the successful delivery of commercial design-build construction projects from concept to construction commencement. This role serves as a critical link between the design team, project managers, and clients, ensuring clear communication, document control, and project alignment throughout the design-build lifecycle.
REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
- Minimum 5 years of Commercial Construction and/or Design Experience
- Strong understanding of design-build delivery models and commercial construction processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other project management software.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to analyze and interpret information from drawings, specifications and site visits
- A keen eye for detail
- A solid understanding of the local building code requirements
- Adaptive to technology
- Ability to work as part of a team
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pre-Construction & Design Phase
- Coordinate initial client meetings and assist in gathering project requirements.
- Facilitate communication between architects, engineers, consultants, and clients.
- Support preparation and management of project design documentation (drawings, specifications, etc.).
- Assist in compiling design schedules, critical paths, and high-level budgets.
- Ensure design iterations are documented, tracked, and distributed appropriately.
- Prepare and issue meeting agendas and minutes for design coordination meetings.
- Maintain records of design approvals, client decisions, and regulatory submissions.
Estimating Phase
- Coordinate with estimators to ensure timely delivery of design documents for pricing.
- Track design changes and ensure they are communicated to the estimating and procurement teams.
- Assist with compiling and issuing design development and high-level construction budgets.
Permitting & Regulatory Coordination
- Collect and organize documentation for permit applications.
- Prepare and submit permit applications, and/or ensure this is being done by the Professional of Record.
- Track permit application progress and coordinate submissions with consultants.
- Monitor compliance with zoning, building code, and local authority requirements.
Construction Phase Coordination
- Conduct a project turnover meeting with the Construction Project Manager once the construction of the project is ready to commence
- Support the project manager in coordinating construction schedules with design dependencies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care