Assistant Design Manager

Cundall; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Design Manager to support data centre design projects. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to work on large-scale projects both in the UK and internationally. You will assist in managing design tools, track project progress, and coordinate with various teams to ensure seamless execution. The company emphasizes skill development and inclusivity, providing a supportive environment for you to grow your expertise in project design principles. If you are proactive, organized, and eager to learn, this role could be your stepping stone into the engineering field.

Qualifications

• Proactive and organized individual with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing large-scale data centre projects.
• Coordinate design stage issues and follow up on deliverables.
• Organize project meetings, workshops, and site visits.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering or Design

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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About the Team

Our dedicated Critical Systems team plays a key role in making mission-critical buildings more energy efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective. The team works primarily in the data centre field, staying current with best practices and researching breakthrough technologies that shape future trends.

We offer world-leading expertise with a proactive, collaborative approach to skill development and professional excellence. Our team develops, improves, and deploys standard design templates globally, influencing the future of data centre design, alongside working on bespoke projects.

The Role

The Assistant Design Manager supports the management of Data Centre design projects in the UK and internationally. Responsibilities include assisting the Senior Design Manager with liaising across design disciplines, tracking progress, and coordinating design issues.

This role involves managing design tools such as trackers for client requirements, comments, meetings, actions, schedules, and filing systems. It also includes supporting organizational tasks like scheduling meetings, workshops, site visits, and taking notes during meetings.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in managing large-scale data centre projects.
• Follow up on design team assignments and actions.
• Support document management and maintain project filing systems.
• Help manage design tools and trackers for meetings, comments, and variations.
• Assist in controlling change management processes.
• Coordinate design stage issues and follow up on deliverables.
• Organize project meetings, workshops, and site visits, including logistics.
• Participate in meetings, take notes, and liaise with clients and internal teams.
• Support the commercial team with required inputs.
• Monitor adherence to QA procedures across disciplines.

The Skills

Proactive, responsible, and organized with excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude. Willing to develop technical knowledge of project design principles.

Key Attributes

• Understanding of construction project design processes.
• Basic knowledge of building systems and design.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Good planning and multitasking skills under pressure.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and self-motivation.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.

Additional Information

We value diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Join us to develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design, Consulting, and Engineering
• Industries: Engineering Services, Construction, Professional Services