Assistant Design Manager

Fawkes & Reece; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Assistant Design Manager to oversee design projects for high-rise student accommodation. You will manage the design process, ensure high-quality outputs, and liaise with clients and stakeholders. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a degree in design or architecture. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and benefits including private healthcare and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Salary up to £45,000 DOE

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Competitive pension scheme

26 days annual leave + Bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience within a Design role in the construction sector.
• Proven experience in coordinating design projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage design projects from concept through to completion.
• Organise the design process, including concept development, design execution, and handover.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality designs to deadline and within budget.

Skills

Project management

Design coordination

Client liaison

Education

Relevant Design, Interior Design or Architecture Degree

Job description

Overview

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 clients dynamic and driven team in Leeds. My client is a leading Tier 2 Main Contractor with an approx turnover of £500m, national projects and divisions and 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

• 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

• 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 Drivers License

Benefits

• 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 0114 213 0900 and ask for Alex.