Assistant Design Manager

Posted 13/05/2026 by Buildforce Solutions Ltd

Location:
Coventry, West Midlands (County)
Salary/Rate:
£30,000 - £40,000/annum

Assistant Design Manager

Warwickshire | Tier 2 Regional Contractor
Salary: Up to £40,000 + Package (DOE)

Our client is a well-established Tier 2 regional contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Design Manager to join their Warwickshire-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 2+ years’ experience in a design coordination or technical role who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing contractor environment.

The Company

The business delivers a broad range of projects across sectors including commercial, education, industrial, healthcare and mixed-use developments, with project values typically ranging up to £6 million.

The Role

Working alongside experienced Design Managers and operational teams, you will assist in coordinating the design process from pre-construction through to project completion.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the management and coordination of design information
  • Liaising with consultants, subcontractors and client teams
  • Reviewing drawings and technical submissions
  • Supporting the design programme to ensure key deadlines are achieved
  • Attending design and project meetings
  • Helping to identify and resolve design and buildability issues
  • Ensuring compliance with building regulations and project specifications

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year’s experience within construction, ideally in a design coordination or technical role
  • Background working for a contractor, consultancy or architectural practice considered
  • Relevant construction qualification preferred (Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Technology or similar)
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Eagerness to learn and develop within a Design Management career path

What’s on Offer

  • Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
  • Attractive benefits package
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • Exposure to varied and interesting regional projects
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to build a long-term career with a respected regional contractor. Please get in touch with Heather Duncan for more information. 

Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
June 2026
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
ADM
Job ID:
225105925

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