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Assistant Design Manager


Company : Buildspace Group


Location : St Albans, England


Created : 2025-11-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Assistant Design Manager ?? St Albans ?? 45,000 55,000 + package A fantastic opportunity for a technically minded and ambitious individual to join a forward-thinking main contractor as an Assistant Design Manager. This role offers excellent exposure to complex, large-scale industrial, commercial, and logistics projects across the region, supporting pre-construction and live project delivery within a high-performing design team. Youll be working closely with senior design and project managers, developing your understanding of full project lifecycle delivery while playing a key role in ensuring that technical design information is accurate, coordinated, and buildable. Key Responsibilities: Support the coordination and management of design information from tender through to completion. Assist with the preparation and review of technical documentation, specifications, and design programmes. Manage design registers, RFIs, and drawing schedules, ensuring accurate version control. Collaborate with consultants, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams to ensure compliance with design intent and construction requirements. Assist with design meetings, progress reporting, and value engineering exercises. Contribute to risk identification and mitigation from a design and buildability perspective. Support pre-construction teams in reviewing tender documentation and assisting with technical submissions. Requirements: Degree qualified in Architecture, Design Management, or Engineering (or similar construction-related discipline). 13 years experience within a main contractor or design consultancy environment. Strong understanding of design processes and technical documentation within Design & Build projects. Excellent organisational, communication, and coordination skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced project environment. Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office; knowledge of BIM processes beneficial. Career Development: Structured progression pathway into a Design Manager role. Mentorship and hands-on support from experienced design and pre-construction professionals. Exposure to multi-million-pound Design & Build schemes within a growing national contractor. Continuous professional development and funded training opportunities. Why Apply? Be part of a forward-thinking company committed to quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction. Work on exciting projects that make a real impact. Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment. If you are a Senior Cost Manager who feels that your career has hit a ceiling and you need a change of direction then this could be perfect timing in terms of the right opportunity. Please submit your CV to TPBN1_UKTJ