Design Coordinator

Design Coorindator - South London

Currently working alongside a regional contractor looking for a design coordinator to join ther design team, the design coordinator will work on residential projects in te region of £10-50 Million. The design Coordinaotr will be joining a contractor with

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure design requirements are met.
• Act as a liaison between the design team and the construction team to facilitate smooth communication and work flow.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and documents to ensure they are accurate and meet project requirements.
• Identify potential design issues or discrepancies and propose solutions.
• Assist in managing design change requests and modifications, including cost and schedule implications.
• Track and document any design changes and ensure proper approvals are obtained.
• Foster collaboration and communication among design team members, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Coordinate design-related meetings and ensure that action items are followed through.
• Monitor the quality of design work and materials to ensure they align with project standards and specifications.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure design compliance during construction.
• Assist in tracking design-related costs and expenditures to help manage project budgets effectively.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities or value engineering solutions.
• Ensure that all design documents meet local building codes, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Assist in obtaining necessary permits and approvals.
• Prepare and maintain design-related progress reports, including design schedules, status updates, and project milestones.
• Report any issues or delays to the project management team.
• Provide support to the design team with administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and coordinating design reviews.
• Offer assistance in organising and tracking design-related submittals.
• Identify potential risks associated with design elements and work with the team to develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that designs are in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, design trends, and technologies to improve the design coordination process.
• Suggest and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.

Salary

£45,000 - £50,000 + Benifits