Flexible Trainee Design Manager – Study-Friendly

Bell Building Projects Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible working arrangements

Hands-on project experience

Supportive team

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Bell Building Projects Limited in Manchester is seeking a Trainee Design Manager to join our growing team. You’ll work alongside our Design Management team to learn how projects are designed, coordinated and delivered, with exposure to live refurbishment, facade remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

You don’t need prior design management experience—just a genuine interest in construction, good organisation, and a desire to develop a long-term career in the industry.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently completed a degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Interest in construction, building design and technical project delivery.
• Organised, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Design Management with coordinating design information across live projects.
• Support review of architectural, structural and technical drawings.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, consultants and internal teams.
• Help track design progress, outstanding information and deadlines.
• Assist with preparation and coordination of design documentation.
• Attend design meetings, take notes and follow up actions.
• Understand building regulations, construction methods and technical compliance.
• Support design information management using Procore.
• Work with Project Managers and Site Managers to understand impact on delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Architecture/Architectural Technology degree (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Bell Building Projects Limited in Manchester is seeking a Trainee Design Manager to join our growing team. You’ll work alongside our Design Management team to learn how projects are designed, coordinated and delivered, with exposure to live refurbishment, facade remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

You don’t need prior design management experience—just a genuine interest in construction, good organisation, and a desire to develop a long-term career in the industry.