Design Manager

Contract Scotland; Strathaven; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Scotland is seeking a Technician-turned-Design Coordinator with a background in architecture or manufacturing to join a forward-thinking construction team near Motherwell.

You will coordinate design information across internal fit-out projects, ensure design intent is maintained through delivery, and liaise with consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to resolve issues. Training and progression are supported in a quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong coordination skills across disciplines.
• Able to communicate effectively with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design information across internal fit-out projects.
• Ensure design intent is maintained through delivery.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to resolve design issues.
• Manage design changes and support project deadlines.

Skills

Technical drawing

Design coordination

Job description

We are working with a forward-thinking construction business near Motherwell, seeking a Technician from an architectural or manufacturing background who may be interested in making the switch into a contractor as a Design Coordinator.

This is a great opportunity to join an intelligent, progressive business offering excellent office facilities and a strong reputation for quality project delivery, with full support to develop your skills within a construction environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate design information across internal fit-out projects.
• Ensure design intent is maintained through delivery.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical information.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve design issues.
• Manage design changes and support project deadlines.

What we're looking for:

• Background as a Technician within architecture or manufacturing.
• Strong technical drawing and design coordination skills.
• Interest in transitioning into a construction/internal fit-out environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, detail-focused approach.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.