Design Coordinator
Job Title:
Design Coordinator
Location:
Swansea
Key Responsibilities:
Design Management & Compliance
* Undertake a thorough review of all Stage 3 and Stage 4 design packages, assessing compliance with project specifications, Employer’s Requirements and regulatory standards.
* Identify opportunities for design efficiencies and value engineering.
* Engage early with external consultants (architects, civil/structural engineers, fire engineers, landscape architects etc.) as they are novated or appointed for detailed design stages.
* Monitor, coordinate and manage design development by consultants and suppliers, providing feedback and ensuring alignment with building regulations, NHBC/warranty standards and the approved specification.
Technical Coordination & Control
* Coordinate the technical query process with the client team, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
* Manage the design change process, ensuring all modifications are tracked, reviewed, approved and communicated efficiently.
* Oversee document control processes, including management of drawings, specification updates and SharePoint information storage.
* Site-Based Project Support
* Verify that on-site works are completed in accordance with the design, specifications and Employer’s Requirements.
* Prepare monthly design reports and coordinate reporting from external consultants for presentation at client meetings.
* Support the collation of O&M manuals, as-built information, health & safety files and tenant documentation.
* Liaise regularly with internal teams (Technical, Commercial, Procurement, Construction) and attend relevant meetings.
What We’re Looking For:
* Degree or HND/C in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a design-related field.
* Strong working knowledge of current Building Regulations and CDM regulations.
* Minimum 2 years’ experience with a main contractor or residential developer ideally on apartment or mixed-use schemes.
* A background in Project Management with significant design oversight is highly desirable.
* Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Why Apply for the Design Coordinator role?
* Stable long-term project with multiple years of work remaining.
* Up to £60,000 salary + car allowance, plus competitive package.
* Opportunity to take ownership of a major residential development from design through completion.
* A respected developer known for quality homes and strong investment in staff development.
Please apply via this job board for immediate consideration for the Design Coordinator position