Design Coordinator

First People Solutions is working in partnership with a leading company in the rail and civil engineering sector to find an experienced and motivated Design Coordinator. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic projects and maintenance team focused on delivering complex and multidisciplinary civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Design Coordinator, you will be integral to the coordination and management of design teams, ensuring the effective delivery of infrastructure projects within the rail and civil engineering portfolio.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Design Oversight: Monitor and track design progress against schedules and budgets, implementing corrective actions for any identified issues.
• Change Management: Review and negotiate design change orders while ensuring compliance with scope adjustments.
• Liaison and Reporting: Establish formal communication channels and provide progress reports to various teams, including Design, Business Development, Estimating, Planning, Operations, and Commercial.
• Subcontract Administration: Manage design subcontracts, process monthly invoices, and coordinate design incentive/disincentive programs.
• Design Submission Coordination: Ensure timely and accurate submission of design documents for owner approval and facilitate the resolution of any design issues.
• Risk Identification: Identify changes in scope and document necessary change orders, including early warning and change instruction documentation.
• Constructability Reviews: Collaborate on constructability reviews, value engineering, and contractor preferences throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement and best practices in design coordination.
• Project Close-Out Support: Assist in the project handback process to ensure smooth project close-outs.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Educational Background: A degree in a rail or civil engineering discipline
• Professional Membership: Membership of an Engineering Institution providing Chartered Engineer status (or nearing this status).
• Relevant Experience: Prior experience as a Design Coordinator within a rail contracting environment, particularly in civil engineering.
• Process Understanding: Comprehensive understanding of design delivery processes and the management of design consultants.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong grasp of commercial engagement and contractual management related to design consultancy.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with CDM regulations and understanding the roles of designers and principal contractors.

If you are ready to contribute to a thriving team and help shape the future of rail and civil engineering, apply today! First People Solutions is eager to support your career journey with this exciting opportunity.

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.