Assistant Design Manager

NINE SUITES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Design Manager to support the Design Manager in delivering design projects efficiently. You will manage design workflows, liaise with consultants, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate has a degree in Architecture or Engineering and over 5 years of experience in design management. This role offers opportunities for growth and collaboration within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in design management or coordination within construction projects.
• Good understanding of local building codes and authority submission processes.
• Experience working with BIM technologies is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the preparation and submission of design documents.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors on design requirements.
• Track design progress and update project schedules.
• Review and comment on design changes and escalate issues.
• Participate in site inspections to understand execution challenges.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.
• Support implementation of BIM processes.
• Collaborate with procurement to align deliverables.
• Maintain accurate documentation of design revisions.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior design staff.

Skills

Design management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

BIM technologies

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Design software

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Assistant Design Manager supports the Design Manager and senior leadership in delivering design projects on schedule and within scope. This role involves managing design workflows, liaising with consultants, and coordinating with project and construction teams to ensure design accuracy and constructability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the preparation and submission of design documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to ensure design requirements are fully understood and implemented.
• Track design progress and update project schedules to reflect design milestones and delivery deadlines.
• Review and comment on design changes, variations, and technical queries, escalating issues when necessary.
• Participate in site inspections and meetings to understand design execution challenges and suggest solutions.
• Ensure that design activities comply with statutory requirements and company policies.
• Support the implementation of BIM processes and ensure model updates and coordination are maintained.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to align design deliverables with material orders and construction sequences.
• Maintain accurate documentation of design revisions, approvals, and correspondence.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior design staff.

Requirements:

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years experience in design management or coordination within construction projects.
• Goodunderstanding of local building codes, authority submission processes, and design software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience working with BIM technologies is an advantage.