Design Coordinator

Description

About the Design Coordinator Opportunity:

PSR Solutions are working with a Tier 1 Main Contractor to recruit a freelance Design Coordinator on a multi-million-pound development in Bedfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a high-profile scheme, supporting a leading project team through the delivery phases.

The successful candidate will work alongside an existing Design Manager to ensure the smooth coordination of all design information, manage third-party interfaces, and support the compliance, technical, and programme aspects of design delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Track and monitor the design programme and Information Release Schedule (IRS) with the Design ManagerAudit design documentation to ensure drawings and specifications align with the brief and project standardsConduct initial coordination checks of new information issued by consultantsSupport the closure of Building Control actions with consultants and internal teamsAssist in tracking the discharge of planning conditions with relevant consultantsLiaise closely with third parties such as Network Rail, undertaking associated coordination duties with the Design ManagerProvide general design coordination, supporting updates to design and contract information pre-construction and during buildAttend and contribute to project meetings, including taking minutes when requiredAssist in the compilation and tracking of BREEAM documentation and attend BREEAM-related meetingsTrack and coordinate Technical Submissions and consultant responses alongside the Design ManagerTrack and coordinate RFIs with the Design Manager, ensuring timely responses and accurate recordsCommunicate with the CDM/Principal Designer to ensure design information meets health and safety compliance standardsLiaise with the Document Controller to ensure drawings, specifications, and design information are correctly managed and distributedMaintain and support company standard procedures for document control and design coordinationApply a working knowledge of substructure, superstructure, civils, envelope, M&E, and internal fit-out packagesAttend Design Team Meetings (DTMs) and coordination meetings, contributing to the resolution of design issues and action trackingSkills and Experience:

Prior experience as a Design Coordinator or Assistant Design Manager with a main contractorStrong understanding of multi-disciplinary design coordination, ideally on industrial, commercial or other complex build schemesExcellent attention to detail and proactive approach to managing design deliverablesFamiliar with planning, Building Control, BREEAM, and CDM requirementsStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience liaising with consultants, third parties, and internal teamsHighly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlinesConfident using document control platforms and tracking tools (e.g., Viewpoint, Asite, or similar)Able to interpret technical drawings and specifications across all major construction packagesWhy Join This Project?

Freelance role offering competitive day rates on a long-term projectJoin a Tier 1 contractor on a high-profile development in BedfordshireWork alongside a highly experienced project and design management teamGain exposure to a fast-paced and technically challenging schemeApply now or contact Jovan Marcetic at PSR Solutions for more information.

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