Design Manager/Coordinator
Job in
Plymouth, Devon, PL2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
JHR Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Engineering Design & Technologists, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Plymouth (office based)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum + car allowance + attractive benefits
Contract type:
Permanent
The Company
An established main contractor is looking for a Design Manager/Coordinator to join their Plymouth office. Working alongside and reporting into a Senior Design Manager, you'll be involved in a varied portfolio of projects ranging from £500k to £15m, spanning Passivhaus schemes, schools, healthcare, and commercial projects.
The Role
As Design Manager/Coordinator, you will support the design management function across a range of live projects, working closely with the Senior Design Manager to ensure design information is coordinated, compliant, and delivered in line with programme requirements. This is a varied role offering exposure to a broad mix of sectors and project sizes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Senior Design Manager across a portfolio of projects from £500k to £15m
* Coordinating design information between architects, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams
* Managing design programmes and tracking information release against construction requirements
* Reviewing drawings and technical information for buildability, coordination, and compliance
* Attending design team meetings and ensuring actions are tracked and closed out
* Supporting the resolution of design queries and technical issues arising on site
* Assisting with design risk management and value engineering where required
About You
* Background in site/project management, engineering, or architecture
* Experience working for a main contractor on build and refurbishment schemes highly desirable
* Strong understanding of the design process and construction detailing
* Excellent coordination, organisational, and communication skills
* Comfortable working across a varied portfolio of project types and sizes
* Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
* £45,000–£55,000 per annum, dependent on experience
* Car allowance
* Attractive benefits package
* Exposure to a broad and varied project portfolio, including Passivhaus, education, healthcare, and commercial schemes
* Genuine opportunity for career progression within an established management team
Additional Information / Benefits
Plus car allowance
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