Assistant Design Manager
Building Careers UK
- Burnley, England, United Kingdom
- Burnley, England, United Kingdom
About
This is an excellent opportunity for a construction or design professional looking to progress toward a fully qualified Design Manager role through a structured development pathway.
The successful candidate will gain exposure across both pre-construction and live site environments, working closely with design, commercial, and operational teams to support the successful delivery of projects.
The business delivers a diverse range of projects including education, healthcare, commercial, and mid-rise residential developments. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a culture that promotes professional growth, this is an ideal role for a technically strong and commercially aware design professional seeking long-term stability and progression.
The Role Working alongside a Senior Design Manager, the Assistant Design Manager will support key elements of the design management process.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating and communicating with internal and external stakeholders
Assisting with day-to-day management of the design team and resources
Managing design trackers, documentation, and workflows
Producing and issuing meeting minutes where required
Supporting pre-construction activities
Attending, leading, and chairing meetings as appropriate
Undertaking site visits and walkarounds to resolve design-related issues
Working closely with site and construction management teams
Assisting with the implementation of quality assurance and health & safety procedures
Gaining exposure to statutory and regulatory processes including Planning, Building Safety, Warranty providers, and BREEAM
Developing knowledge of commercial aspects of design management and construction contracts
Experience required
HNC or Degree qualified in a construction or design-related discipline
Relevant experience within construction, design coordination
Strong IT skills, including working knowledge of BIM
Confident communicator with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Proactive, well organised, and keen to develop a long-term career in Design Management
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
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- English
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