Design Coordinator

Design Coordinator
Location: Stowmarket
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per annum
Role Overview
We are seeking a Design Coordinator to orchestrate the transition from client concepts to factory-ready production drawings. Working closely with the Design Manager, you will manage a diverse portfolio of bespoke precast concrete projects spanning the nuclear, rail, highway, and coastal environmental sectors. This is a pivotal role requiring technical precision, high agency, and the ability to bridge the delta between external architectural intent and internal manufacturing capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Process Management: Lead the design lifecycle from the receipt of client drawings through to the issuance of finalized production sets for the factory.
Project Ownership: Manage a dedicated pipeline of smaller projects while assisting the Design Manager on large-scale, complex bespoke assignments.
Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and external designers, convening meetings to resolve design queries and ensure project alignment.
Cost Control: Monitor and manage design costs to ensure projects remain within budgetary parameters without compromising structural integrity.
Technical Production: Utilize AutoCAD to develop and refine producible drawings, ensuring all specifications meet the rigorous standards required for concrete manufacturing.
Qualifications & Experience
Technical Proficiency: Advanced command of AutoCAD is essential.
Educational Foundation: A BTEC or HNC in Civil Engineering is highly preferred.
Industry Provenance: Demonstrated experience in an engineering or construction environment, specifically producing working drawings for site or factory application.
Mindset: A methodical approach to problem-solving with the mental fortitude to handle a fast-paced, "rush process" environment.
The Team & Environment
You will join a focused design office consisting of three Designers and a Design Manager. The environment is collaborative yet autonomous, favoring individuals who can operate with minimal supervision once briefed. This role is strictly office-based to facilitate real-time coordination with the factory floor and the wider design team