Assistant Design Manager

Salter Grange Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Salter Grange Limited is seeking an Assistant Design Manager to join our London-based design management team. Working with experienced Design Managers and project teams, you will coordinate and manage the design process from pre-construction through to project completion.

You will gain exposure to all aspects of design management, collaborating with consultants, subcontractors, clients, and site teams to ensure design information is delivered accurately and on programme, with a clear pathway for

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-graduate experience in a Design Coordinator / Assistant Design Manager / Technical Coordinator role.
• A Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the design process across multiple construction projects.
• Support the review and coordination of design information from consultants and subcontractors.
• Monitor design programmes and track the timely production of design deliverables.
• Attend and contribute to design team meetings, recording actions and following up on outstanding items.
• Help identify design risks, clashes, and coordination issues, supporting their resolution.
• Liaise with site teams to ensure design information is understood and issued correctly.
• Assist with the management of RFIs, technical submissions, and design approvals.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for completeness and buildability.
• Help with Gateway 2 and Gateway 3 submissions
• Support compliance with project requirements, building regulations, and client standards.
• Maintain accurate design records and document control procedures.

Skills

Design coordination

Project coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Risk identification

Education

Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering

Job description

Assistant Design Manager London

About the Company

Our client is a growing and ambitious main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. With a healthy pipeline of secured and upcoming work throughout London, they are looking to strengthen their Design Management team by appointing an Assistant Design Manager.

The Role

Working closely with experienced Design Managers and project teams, the Assistant Design Manager will support the coordination and management of the design process from pre-construction through to project completion. The successful candidate will gain exposure to all aspects of design management, working alongside consultants, subcontractors, clients, and site teams to ensure design information is delivered accurately and on programme. This role offers a structured pathway for professional development and progression within a growing contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the design process across multiple construction projects.
  Support the review and coordination of design information from consultants and subcontractors.
• Monitor design programmes and track the timely production of design deliverables.
• Attend and contribute to design team meetings, recording actions and following up on outstanding items.
• Help identify design risks, clashes, and coordination issues, supporting their resolution.
• Liaise with site teams to ensure design information is understood and issued correctly.
• Assist with the management of Requests for Information (RFIs), technical submissions, and design approvals.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for completeness and buildability.
• Help with Gateway 2 and Gateway 3 submissions
• Support compliance with project requirements, building regulations, and client standards.
• Maintain accurate design records and document control procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Has at least 2 years post-graduate experience as a Design Coordinator / Assistant Design Manager / Technical Coordinator role
• A Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar

If you are looking to build a rewarding career in Design Management and want to join a contractor with a strong workload and ambitious growth plans, we would love to hear from you