Job Details

Our client is a well-established UK manufacturing business operating within the construction sector, employing approximately 160 people across two sites and three offices. They deliver high-quality structural and bespoke precast solutions, including hollowcore flooring, beams, stairs, and lift shafts, to the UK construction market.

With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and sustainable practices, they are seeking an experienced Designer / Project Coordinator to manage the full lifecycle of precast concrete projects, from initial design and technical planning through production coordination and site delivery.

This is a responsible, customer-facing role requiring strong technical competence, commercial awareness, and proactive project ownership. The successful candidate will take accountability for delivering accurate designs and ensuring a high-quality customer experience, supporting projects to be completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest professional standards.

Designer and Project Coordinator - Position Remuneration

• Salary - -34,000 - -38,000 (DOE)
• Office based position
• Full time, Monday to Friday (8:30-17:00)
• Holiday: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Benefits: Access to the company-wide benefits package

Designer and Project Coordinator - Position Overview:

• Review and approve outsourced design outputs where applicable, ensuring compliance and alignment with client requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, buildability, and risk reduction.
• Take full ownership of projects from initial drawing approval through to site delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining clear, professional, and solution-focused communication.
• Ensure products are ordered and coordinated in line with approved drawings and specifications.
• Liaise with internal teams and subcontractors to arrange timely deliveries and correct material supply.
• Proactively anticipate potential delays or issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage project-related queries efficiently, including damaged units, shortages, site constraints, and delivery challenges.
• Contribute ideas to improve internal processes, coordination efficiency, and overall service delivery.
• Maintain accurate and traceable project records, including drawings, approvals, schedules, and correspondence.
• Demonstrate a customer-focused mindset while ensuring all projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Remain open to training, new technologies, and continuous personal and technical development.

Designer and Project Coordinator - Position Requirements

• Proven experience in construction, precast, structural, or off-site manufacturing environments.
• Confident in reading and interpreting architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and technical accuracy, with proficiency in design and project administration software.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and professional communication skills.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high standards of service.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgement, and a solution-driven approach in all aspects of project delivery.
• Desirable: Experience with precast concrete, beam and block or insulated flooring design, FloorCAD/WINFLOOR or similar software, understanding of construction approval workflows, and the ability to suggest creative solutions to improve layouts, efficiency, and buildability.

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