Design Coordinator
Design Coordinator – Construction | Manchester (Hybrid) | £40,000 – £50,000
Are you an organised and proactive Design Coordinator ready to play a key role in delivering high-quality construction projects?
Our client, a highly respected and established construction firm known for delivering diverse and impactful projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, and multi-unit accommodation, is actively seeking a talented Design Coordinator to join their growing team. This is a pivotal role for an individual looking to support and facilitate the full design lifecycle for exciting schemes.
About the Opportunity
This full-time position is based out of a modern Manchester office, with essential travel to project sites across the region. You'll be instrumental in supporting and coordinating the entire design process for projects typically valued between £5 million and £10 million. This role offers significant responsibility, contributing directly to the successful delivery of complex developments.
Working closely with the Design Manager or Head of Design, you'll be central to ensuring designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while fostering seamless communication among all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
As the Design Coordinator, you will:
Support Design Development: Facilitate and coordinate design development across multiple construction projects, ensuring concepts align with project goals and client expectations.
Information Management: Review design drawings, specifications, and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and full compliance with regulations.
Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for design-related queries, facilitating clear communication between clients, architects, engineers, and contractors.
Risk & Issue Assistance: Support in identifying potential design risks, assist with recommending effective solutions, and help ensure all design work is completed within agreed budgets and timelines.
Approval Coordination: Coordinate the design approval process, assisting with securing all necessary permits and approvals prior to construction commencement.
Collaborate & Report: Organise and attend design review meetings, provide feedback, and assist with preparing project reports for senior management and clients.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced Design Coordinator with a proven track record of effectively managing design information within the construction sector.
Essential Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years' demonstrable experience as a Design Coordinator within the construction industry, with relevant sector exposure.
Specific experience supporting projects valued between £5 million and £10 million.
A strong understanding of comprehensive design processes, documentation management, and various construction methods.
Proven ability to effectively coordinate information between multiple design teams and stakeholders.
A proactive approach to identifying potential design issues and assisting with robust solutions.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Key Details
Location: Manchester office with site visits.
Start Date: August 2025 (subject to successful completion of project-specific security clearances).
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience) plus package including car allowance
Take the next step in your career with a firm that values expertise and collaborative delivery.
If you are an accomplished Design Coordinator ready for this challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today to learn more and submit your application!
Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy