Assistant Design Manager

Building Careers UK; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed construction firm in Liverpool is seeking an ambitious Assistant Design Manager to support the design process from concept to completion. You will assist the Senior Design Manager in managing design coordination and work closely with various teams to ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Architecture or Engineering and experience in design management. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in design coordination or assistant design management.
• Understanding of the Building Safety Act regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and coordinating the design process across all project phases.
• Work closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Review drawings and specifications for compliance and constructability.
• Maintain and monitor design programmes and action plans.
• Help identify and resolve potential design issues early.

Skills

Design coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of Building Safety Act

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

BIM processes knowledge

Job description

A highly respected name in the construction and property development sector, is seeking an ambitious Assistant Design Manager to join their dynamic team.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Design Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the coordination and delivery of the design process from initial concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Design Manager in managing and coordinating the design process across all project phases.
• Work closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to facilitate efficient communication and document flow.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for compliance, constructability, and alignment with the Building Safety Act.
• Maintain and monitor design programmes, trackers, and action plans.
• Help identify and resolve potential design issues early in the process.

About You:

• Degree-qualified in Architecture, Engineering, or a related construction discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in design coordination or assistant design management within the construction or development sector.
• Understanding of the Building Safety Act regulations and their impact on the design and construction process.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical teams.
• Knowledge of BIM processes and wider industry standards is advantageous.

Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction and Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

INDC