Design Coordinator

About BAM UK & Ireland

BAM is dedicated to building a sustainable future through engineering vital infrastructure and constructing high-quality buildings as one of Europe's largest construction companies. Their culture values diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals regardless of background, ethnicity, gender identity, age, or other characteristics.

Role Overview

This position as a Design Coordinator based in County Donegal involves working closely with BAM’s Design & Build Design Team along with other collaborators to manage design workflows, submissions, and compliance across project stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate effectively with the Design & Build’s Design Team and other stakeholders to deliver project requirements.
• Prepare and submit Method Statements (MTS) such as RDDs to the client and technical assessors, ensuring compliance with Government and contract standards.
• Supervise the issuance of Design Submissions and related checklists via Autodesk Collaborative Construction Environment (ACC) Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Organize and attend site Benchmark Mockups and First of a Kind (FoK) reviews, maintaining records including attendance and photographic documentation.
• Verify subcontractor Method Statements have necessary certifications like Declaration of Performance (DOP) and CE markings.
• Contribute to bi-weekly Contractors Progress Reports focusing on design elements such as submissions and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Manage design development stages from concept through construction, chairing design team meetings.
• Oversee façades design (curtain walls, cladding, glazing, brickwork) from initial concepts to detailed construction documentation.
• Use Autodesk software to track and manage information flow, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design clashes early, and ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Coordinate mock-ups, sample panels, and select materials in collaboration with architects and clients.
• Apply thorough knowledge of Irish Building Regulations, BCAR requirements, and façade standards throughout project execution.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and people management skills for effective teamwork and communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, plus AutoCAD for technical tasks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Experience operating within highly regulated construction environments requiring attention to detail.
• Ability to correctly interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organizational aptitude to handle multiple aspects of the design process smoothly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hands-on site experience in design or project management roles, preferably with an engineering degree.
• Background in managing or working as senior engineer or site manager on medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Familiarity with construction techniques and web-based contract communication tools.
• Certifications such as Safe Pass and manual handling training are advantageous.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 8% pension contribution to support financial security.
• Private health insurance coverage.
• Dental care plan included.
• 26 days paid annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Two additional wellbeing days annually.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave provisions.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and internal career advancement.
• Company vehicles may be provided depending on role specifics.
• Additional perks enhancing work-life balance and employee welfare.

Equal Opportunity Employment

BAM champions equal opportunity, ensuring a recruitment and onboarding process accessible to all applicants. Any accommodations needed during hiring can be requested to ensure fair participation.