Assistant Design Manager

Assistant Design Manager
- Central London
- Luxury Fit-Out

A leading, design-led construction contractor delivering high-end residential, hospitality and commercial projects across London is seeking an Assistant Design Manager to join its growing team.

This business is recognised for delivering exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and client experience on some of the most prestigious interiors in the UK.

The Role

As an Assistant Design Manager, you will support the delivery of design management across both pre-construction and live project stages.

Working closely with senior design leads, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams, you will assist in coordinating design information, managing documentation, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme, quality, and compliance requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop into a Design Manager within a highly respected, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management & Coordination

Support the management of the design process across all project phases
Coordinate design information between consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
Assist in resolving design and technical issues across disciplines
Ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with project standards

Technical Review & Compliance

Review drawings, specifications, and technical submissions for accuracy and compliance
Support adherence to Building Regulations, planning conditions, and statutory requirements
Assist in identifying and managing design risks and opportunities

Documentation & Information Management

Maintain design documentation including drawings, reports, and schedules
Manage trackers and registers (RFIs, design programmes, sample approvals, etc.)
Assist with submission and approval processes

Meetings & Communication

Attend design and coordination meetings
Record and track actions, ensuring effective communication across teams

Programme, Commercial & Change

Assist in managing design programmes and project timelines
Support value engineering and design development reviews
Help manage design changes and their impact on cost and programme
Work alongside commercial teams on design-related variations

Continuous Improvement

Support adoption of new technologies and design tools
Promote collaborative working and best practice across project teams

Requirements

Essential

Experience in a Design Coordinator / Assistant Design Manager / Technical Coordinator role
Background working with a main contractor or specialist contractor
Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar
Strong understanding of UK construction processes and regulations
Excellent organisational and document control skills
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and design platforms (e.g. BIM 360)
Desirable

Experience on high-end fit-out, residential, or hospitality projects
Exposure to commercial or change management processes
Understanding of BIM workflows
Interest in professional development (e.g. working towards MCIOB)

What's on Offer

Opportunity to work on high-profile, design-led projects
Exposure to some of the most prestigious interiors in the UK
Strong progression pathway to Design Manager
Collaborative and high-performing team environment
Central London projects

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