Assistant Design Manager

Assistant Design Manager (Structural Engineering Background)
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 + Package
Location: Maidstone, Kent

Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Design Manager with a structural engineering background to join a well-established main contractor specialising in large, complex projects within the industrial sector. Based in Maidstone, Kent, with occasional travel to sites across the Southeast, this role offers significant career growth, a competitive benefits package, and the chance to contribute to high-profile construction projects.
Key Benefits:

• Career Progression: Fast-track development into a Design Manager role, supported by a tailored career development plan and a company committed to long-term employee growth.
• High-Impact Projects: Work on prestigious multi-million-pound projects, driving innovation in structural engineering and project management.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary up to £50k, 23 days of holiday, life insurance, healthcare, pension contributions, and a substantial car allowance.
• Supportive Environment: Join a forward-thinking company with a strong focus on employee well-being, providing tools and support for personal and professional success.

About the Role
As an Assistant Design Manager, you will play a key role in supporting both the Design and Project teams, ensuring the successful delivery of large-scale new-build projects. You ll be predominantly based in the Maidstone office, with site visits 1-2 days a week to locations spanning Hertfordshire to Hampshire (all travel expenses covered). This role is ideal for someone with a structural engineering background looking to advance into project and design management.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing design processes for large-scale construction projects, ensuring high standards of quality and safety.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams, including engineers, consultants, and contractors, to ensure the smooth execution of project plans.
• Regularly visit project sites to monitor progress and ensure designs are being implemented correctly.
• Support in preparing project documentation, reports, and design proposals.

About the Company
Our client is a privately-owned construction firm with a reputation for delivering high-quality new-build projects across the UK. With a robust pipeline of projects and a company-wide bonus recently paid out, they re now focused on controlled expansion. The company s ethos centres on sustainability, safety, and investing in its people, ensuring low staff turnover and continuous professional development.

What You Need:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Structural Engineering, with exposure to large-scale construction projects.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proactive, with strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with key stakeholders.
• A keen eye for detail and a focus on quality and safety.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

What You Get in Return:

• A clear path to progressing into a Design Manager role.
• Competitive salary up to £50k, with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive employer focused on your career development and well-being.

How to Apply:

• Click "apply" on the job board.
• Email your CV to . co . uk. (Remove the spaces first)
• Call Alex directly at the number provided.
• Connect on LinkedIn and send a message.

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