Assistant Design Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an Assistant Design Manager. This role is ideal for an Architectural Technician or Part 1/2 Architect with 1-2 years' experience. You will coordinate design teams and work on high-value projects, with opportunities for mentorship and professional development. Competitive salary and hybrid working options provided.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Mentorship and training

Hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in residential or student accommodation projects.
• Some construction experience, ideally on high-rise projects.
• Ability to coordinate design teams and provide technical advice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design teams and consultants.
• Attend design meetings and manage pre-start activities.
• Review and quality check drawings.
• Provide technical advice to site teams during construction.
• Collate information and documentation for stakeholders.

Skills

Proactive

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Reading and interpreting drawings

Education

Part 1/2 Architect or Architectural Technician

Job description

Assistant Design Manager

£25,000 - £35,000 + 25 days holiday + benefits

Milton Keynes

A rare and exciting opportunity for an ambitious Architectural Technician or Part 1/2 Architect to step into an Assistant Design Manager role within a fast‑paced design‑and‑build refurbishment environment. This newly created position provides hands‑on experience on varied residential and student accommodation projects, giving you the chance to develop into a Design Manager role.

Are you an Architectural Technician or Part 1/2 Architect with 1-2 years’ experience in residential or student accommodation projects? Do you want to work on refurbishment and technical change‑of‑use projects where you can take ownership of design coordination? Are you motivated by the opportunity to progress into a leadership position while working on high‑value projects?

This role offers exposure to internal upgrades including bedrooms, common areas, foyers, kitchens, bespoke joinery packages, and office‑to‑student accommodation conversions. You will assist in managing projects from RIBA Stage 2 through to Stage 5, liaising with Architects, Structural Engineers, MEP Consultants, site teams, and clients. Projects typically range from £0.5M to £1.5M, providing excellent experience across the full design lifecycle.

You will assist the Design Manager by coordinating the design team, collating information and documentation for consultants, visiting site and advising on technical queries. This role is perfect for someone proactive and highly organised, looking to gain hands‑on experience in design management.

The ideal candidate will be an Architectural Technician or Part 1/2 Architect with 1-2 years’ experience and some construction exposure ideally on high‑rise projects but not essential. You should be proactive, personable, and eager to progress into a Design Manager role.

This position offers excellent career progression, mentorship, training, hybrid working flexibility, and the opportunity to work on high‑value, varied projects that will accelerate your professional development.

The Role:

• Coordinate design teams and consultants
• Attend design meetings and manage pre-start activities
• Review and quality check drawings
• Provide technical advice to site teams during construction
• Collate information and documentation for internal and external stakeholders

The Person:

• Part 1/2 Architect or Architectural Technician with 1-2 years’ experience
• Some construction experience on high‑rise projects, ideally residential or student accommodation
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills across multiple teams
• Confident reading and interpreting drawings

Reference Number: BBBH264690

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Zoe Cann at Rise Technical Recruitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.