Design Consultant

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy firm in Maidstone is seeking a Design Coordinator / Consultant. You will manage design coordination and produce technical drawings using AutoCAD. Ideal candidates will have experience in the construction sector, particularly with plasterboard systems. The firm offers a competitive salary up to £45,000 and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Opportunities for professional growth

Exposure to varied projects

Chance to develop specialist expertise

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a design coordination or consultancy technical design role in the construction sector.
• Experience working on plasterboard / drywall / partitioning / internal lining systems is a significant advantage.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of other design software / tools is a plus.
• Good understanding of construction methodologies, building regulations, and design standards.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with clients and teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design information across multiple design disciplines.
• Produce and revise technical drawings and detail design documents.
• Review designs for constructability and compliance with standards.
• Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve design issues.
• Maintain up-to-date drawing registers and track design revisions.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and specification documents.
• Contribute to feasibility reviews and value-engineering exercises.

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Design Coordinator / Consultant – Maidstone Office | Construction Consultancy Firm. Up to £45,000 (DOE).

About Us

Hill McGlynn is working with a respected construction consultancy based in Maidstone. They are known for delivering high-quality projects and technical expertise across residential & commercial construction. As part of their continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Design Coordinator / Consultant to strengthen their team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design information and deliverables across multiple design disciplines (architectural, structural, services etc.)
• Produce and revise technical drawings and detail design documents, working with AutoCAD and related tools
• Review designs for constructability, consistency with specifications, and compliance with relevant standards/regulations
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve design issues and clarify requirements
• Maintain up-to-date drawing registers, track design revisions, circulate updates, and ensure design documentation is well organised
• Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations and specification documents
• Contribute to pre-construction / feasibility reviews, cost-planning input and value-engineering exercises where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a design coordination or consultancy technical design role in the construction sector
• Experience working on plasterboard / drywall / partitioning / internal lining systems is a significant advantage
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of other design software / tools is a plus
• Good understanding of construction methodologies, building regulations, specification issues, and design standards
• Excellent communication skills: able to interact with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams
• Strong organisational & time management skills: able to manage multiple tasks / projects and work to deadlines
• Attention to detail and problem solving mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
• A supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development
• Exposure to varied and interesting projects through a consultancy setting
• A chance to develop specialist expertise in interior lining systems such as plasterboard
• Maidstone-based office with a technically strong team

How to Apply

If you are a motivated, technically strong design professional who enjoys the challenge of coordinating design across multiple disciplines, especially if you have experience with plasterboard projects, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your CV today