Design Coordinator

Farrans Construction; Livingston; Vor Ort; GBP 40.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working hours

Generous leave policies

Career development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Farrans Construction is seeking a Design Coordinator to lead the design coordination for complex civil engineering projects from concept to completion. You will work with clients, designers and project teams to ensure designs align with programme and gain client approval, supporting on-site delivery.

Travel across Scotland to various project locations will be required, and you will apply advanced BIM and design-tools knowledge to keep information coordinated and compliant throughout the project

Qualifikationen

• Proven design co-ordination experience within Civils
• Strong understanding of modern construction techniques and plant
• Knowledge of NEC/JCT forms of contract
• Advanced MS Office, Asta PowerProject and AutoCAD familiarity

Aufgaben

• Lead design development from contract award through to completion
• Provide clear direction to designers and monitor progress
• Ensure coordinated designs are approved ahead of construction programme
• Review information for compliance, buildability and safety
• Support risk management, value engineering and issue resolution
• Promote BIM use on live projects and assist BIM Manager
• Support client duties under CDM regulations in design development

Kenntnisse

Design coordination

Civil engineering

BIM

MEICA integration

Document management

Ausbildung

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Asta PowerProject

AutoCAD

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Join our team as a Design Coordinator and play a vital role in delivering complex civil engineering projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with clients, designers and project teams, you'll lead the coordination and management of the design process, ensuring designs are delivered on programme, achieve client approval and support successful project delivery on site.

The successful candidate will be expected to travel across various project locations in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Managing the development of the design from contract award through to completion
• Providing clear direction to designers for all information and monitoring progress
• Managing to ensure designs are co-ordinated and approved in advance of the construction programme
• Reviewing all design information to ensure compliance, buildability, financial viability, temporary works
• Contribute to the management of risk & opportunity and value engineering
• Resolve technical problems and design issues that emerge and share solutions to the wider team
• Actively work to minimise risk to the Contractor from potential defects, potential hazards and non-compliance
• Advise on protocol and procedures for formalised workflows for formatted information
• Implementation of BIM as required by the Project / assist BIM Manager
• Support the Client as to their duties under CDM regulations and their obligations in the development of a design

About you

• Proven design co-ordination experience within the Civils industry
• Strong understanding of modern construction techniques, plant, and equipment
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of civil engineering projects
• Contractually aware and conversant with common forms of contract – NEC, JCT etc
• Advanced knowledge in the complete MS Office suite, Asta Powerproject, AutoCAD,
• Proficient in the use of document management systems
• Knowledge of MEICA integration into Civils design
• BIM experience and actively encourage its use on live projects
• Educated to Degree Level in a Civil / Structural Engineering or related qualification

About Us

Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do.

Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided.

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Benefits

When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.

We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration.

We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees