Assistant Design Manager
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225061721
Job Description:
Assistant Design Manager - Residential & Mixed-Use Developments (South East London)
Salary: c. £45,000 + benefits
We are currently working with a well-established, privately-owned construction and development business operating across London and the South East, with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed-use schemes.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Design Manager to support the delivery of a number of exciting projects across early-stage design through to construction handover.
The Role
You will support the Design Management team in coordinating design information across multiple stakeholders, ensuring buildability, compliance, and timely delivery across residential-led and mixed-use developments.
Working closely with senior design, commercial and operational teams, you will gain exposure to the full project lifecycle and play a key role in ensuring design intent is maintained through construction.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in managing the design process across multiple live projects
Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
Support design reviews, technical submissions, and approvals
Ensure compliance with planning conditions, building regulations, and employer requirements
Monitor design programmes and assist in identifying risks or delays
Attend design and site meetings, taking responsibility for actions and follow-ups
Contribute to value engineering and buildability discussions
About You
Experience in construction, architecture, or design coordination (contractor or consultancy background ideal)
Exposure to residential or mixed-use developments
Strong organisational and communication skills
Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop within design management
Ability to work collaboratively across technical and site teams
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step into a structured design management career within a growing business delivering high-profile schemes across London.
