Assistant Design Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Leeds is looking for an Assistant Design Manager to coordinate design projects across high-rise Student Accommodation schemes. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in a design role within the construction sector, a relevant degree, and a UK Driver’s License. The role offers a salary up to £45,000, a car allowance, private healthcare, a competitive pension scheme, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Competitive pension scheme

26 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience within a Design role in the construction sector.
• Proven experience in coordinating design projects.
• UK Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage design projects from concept through to completion.
• Prepare and present project updates and reports.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges in the design process.

Skills

Coordinating design projects

Managing multiple projects

Client satisfaction

Communication

Education

Relevant Design, Interior Design or Architecture Degree

Job description

Are you an experienced Design Coordinator looking to take a step up? Or an experienced Assistant Design Manager looking for a fresh challenge within a rapidly growing leading main contractor?

Due to rapid growth, I am looking to speak with either experienced Assistant Design Managers or Design Coordinators to join my client’s dynamic and driven team in Leeds. My client is a leading Tier 2 Main Contractor with an approximate turnover of £500m, national projects and divisions, and a healthy order book. They specialise in Residential, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Build‑To‑Rent and Hotel.

The role of an Assistant Design Manager

As an Assistant Design Manager you will be working closely and reporting directly to the Senior Design Manager on several high‑rise Student Accommodation schemes across Leeds. You will be responsible for managing and coordinating design projects to the highest quality standards, meeting deadlines/targets within budget. You will liaise with designers, clients, and other stakeholders regularly to meet all design requirements and ensure that the client’s vision becomes reality.

Duties of an Assistant Design Manager

• Coordinate and manage design projects from concept through to completion.
• Organise the design process, including concept development, design execution, and handover.
• Support the design team throughout the project life cycle.
• Prepare and present project updates and reports.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges in the design process.
• Accurate administration for project documentation and records.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high‑quality designs to deadline and within budget.

Requirements for an Assistant Design Manager

• Minimum of 2 years experience within a Design role in the construction sector.
• Proven experience in coordinating design projects.
• Relevant Design, Interior Design or Architecture Degree / Qualifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• UK Driver’s License.

Benefits for an Assistant Design Manager

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE.
• Car allowance.
• Private healthcare.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• 26 days annual leave + Bank holidays (increases with service).
• Hybrid working.
• Bonus scheme.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information please call the Sheffield F&R office (North) on (phone number removed) and ask for Alex.