Assistant Design Manager

Assistant Design Manager 
Edinburgh

Are you an Architect or Technician looking to move into design management within a leading main contractor? This is an excellent opportunity to take that next step in your career.

Our client, a well-established Tier 1 contractor with a strong portfolio of high-profile projects across Scotland, is looking to appoint an Assistant Design Manager to join their growing team in Edinburgh.

Working closely with the Senior Design Manager, you’ll play a key role in coordinating design information, liaising with consultants and subcontractors, and ensuring design deliverables align with project programmes and technical requirements. This role offers exposure to projects across a variety of sectors, from education and healthcare to commercial and residential developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of the design process from tender through to handover.

• Coordinate between internal teams, design consultants, and clients.

• Review design information to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in identifying and resolving design and technical challenges.

• Contribute to buildability reviews and value engineering initiatives.

About You:

• Ideally from an architectural or technical background, with a strong understanding of construction and design coordination.

• Previous experience working within a design, architecture, or construction environment.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Keen to develop a long-term career within design management.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the technical side of construction and wants to move into a role that bridges the gap between design and delivery. The company offers excellent support, structured development, and a clear progression path toward Design Manager level.

Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.