Assistant Design Manager in Richmond
Posted by Borne Resourcing Limited
£35,000 – £50,000 a year
Richmond · Permanent
I’m working with a growing super-prime residential contractor looking to appoint an Assistant Design Manager to support its expanding in-house design team.
This is an opportunity for a recently qualified architect or Part 2 graduate approaching qualification to move into contractor-side design management, with structured support and mentoring from experienced Design Managers.
The business delivers bespoke residential projects, including listed building refurbishments, basement excavations, structural alterations and high-end interiors. You’ll support projects from pre-construction through to handover, with regular site visits to understand how design decisions translate into construction.
The Role
- Supporting design coordination across multiple residential projects
- Coordinating information from architects, engineers, specialist consultants and subcontractors
- Reviewing technical submissions and shop drawings during RIBA Stages 4 and 5
- Helping coordinate samples, mock-ups and quality benchmarks
- Tracking RFIs and following up on outstanding design information
- Maintaining Information Release Schedules and highlighting design changes, inconsistencies and missing information
- Supporting design meetings and workshops, recording actions and tracking them through to completion
- Helping check compliance with Planning and Listed Building Consents
- Working with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to resolve coordination issues
- Preparing design reports and attending project meetings with clients and consultants
Projects
- Super-prime residential refurbishments
- Listed and period properties
- Basement excavations and structural reconfigurations
- Full townhouse transformations
- Bespoke interiors with demanding detailing and finish requirements
What they’re looking for
- A recently qualified architect, ARB/RIBA Part 3, or a Part 2 graduate close to qualifying
- A degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology
- Around 1–3 years’ experience in architectural practice, ideally across RIBA Stages 3–5
- A portfolio demonstrating construction detailing and technical design experience
- An interest in high-end residential work; direct sector experience is beneficial but not essential
- Some understanding of planning, listed buildings and heritage requirements
- Working knowledge of UK Building Regulations and fire requirements
- Awareness of structural and M&E coordination, with a willingness to develop this further
- AutoCAD, ArchiCAD or Vectorworks experience would be useful
- Strong organisation, clear communication and a practical approach to solving problems
The Company
- A specialist super-prime residential and heritage contractor delivering architect-led homes across London. Projects combine complex structural work with carefully coordinated interiors, giving you exposure to both the technical and finishing stages of construction.
- The business is investing in its in-house design team, offering an architectural professional the opportunity to learn contractor-side delivery while receiving guidance from experienced Design Managers.
Benefits
- 24 days’ holiday, including three days during the Christmas shutdown
- An additional day’s leave for each year of service, up to five extra days
- Vitality private healthcare
- Wellhub membership, providing access to gyms, wellness centres and health apps
- Employer pension contribution of 3% of full earnings
- Professional development and opportunities for internal progression
- Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme
- Regular team events and a dog-friendly office
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin | (phone number removed) | (url removed)
No pressure—get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role and the move into design management. If someone suitable comes to mind, referrals are always appreciated.
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