Graham Academy - Assistant Design Coordinator (Graduate) - London

BPIC Network; England; In loco; GBP 23.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Car Allowance

Subsidised Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance Scheme

Living away from home allowance

Contributory Pension

35 Days annual leave

Descrizione del lavoro

GRAHAM Academy seeks a Graduate to join our Design Team within the Building Division as an Assistant Design Coordinator. You will coordinate drawings, plans and technical information alongside designers, engineers and project managers on site.

No specialist experience required; a keen interest in how things are built and a strong eye for detail are valued. This two-year programme develops your technical and interpersonal skills with mentored training aligned to a recognised professional

Competenze

• Currently studying a degree-level qualification in a construction-related field.
• Strong interest in construction and design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Health & Safety awareness.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Previous work experience in Construction industry.
• Problem solving ability.

Mansioni

• Assist in the development and coordination of design proposals.
• Support the design team in preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure design solutions meet project requirements.
• Maintain project documentation, ensuring design information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other project-related documents.
• Conduct site visits to understand construction processes and gather relevant data.
• Provide technical support to the design team during the construction phase.
• Assist in resolving design-related issues and queries from the site team.

Conoscenze

Strong interest in construction

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Health & Safety awareness

Problem solving

Formazione

Degree-level qualification in construction

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Revit

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for enthusiastic Graduates to join our Design Team within our Building Division. As a Assistant Design Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in bringing construction projects from concept to reality. Working alongside designers, engineers, and project managers, you’ll help coordinate drawings, plans, and technical information to make sure everything fits together on site. You don’t need specialist experience to start, just an interest in how things are built, a good eye for detail, and the drive to learn. This role gives you the chance to develop practical skills while building your understanding of the design process in construction. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, grow your confidence with digital tools, and see how your work directly contributes to creating real buildings and infrastructure. If you’re passionate about construction and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to build a career with purpose.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Design Support

• Assist in the development and coordination of design proposals.
• Support the design team in preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure design solutions are practical and meet project requirements.

Project Documentation

• Help maintain project documentation, ensuring all design information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other project-related documents.

Site Visits

• Conduct site visits to understand construction processes and gather relevant data.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of design solutions on site.

Technical Assistance

• Provide technical support to the design team during the construction phase.
• Assist in resolving design-related issues and queries from the site team.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

About You

GRAHAM ROUTES TO BECOMING A DESIGN MANAGER GRADUATES We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement

The Recruitment Process

• The closing date for applications will be Friday 8th January 2027.
• Interviews will commence in February 2027.
• Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
• All successful applicants will join the business by September 2027, with some opportunities to start earlier where possible.

Requirements

• Currently studying a degree-level qualification in a construction-related field
• Strong interest in construction and design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
• Able to demonstrate problem solving.
• Full UK Driving License

Behavioural Competencies Essential Commercial Awareness

show willingness to build a strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.

Effective Communication skills

Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.

Customer Focus

Takes time to question and understand the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their long term interest

Influencing

Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.

Initiative

is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.

Team Player

Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.

Negotiation

Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected

Benefits

• Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

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