Design Co-ordinator

Overview

Glanua invites applications for the role of Design Co-ordinator based at their Head Office in Loughrea, County Galway, Ireland. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to contribute to innovative, sustainable, and efficient design solutions at a leading construction company. The Design Co-ordinator will foster Glanua's culture and ethos, coordinating design information and collaborating closely with project teams and clients to ensure smooth delivery of construction design projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with clients, client representatives, and third-party agencies to promote a positive, cooperative work environment.
• Chair design meetings involving internal teams, clients, and third parties, ensuring timely recording and resolution of actions.
• Coordinate with the design manager and site team to prepare and organise design submissions according to project schedules.
• Arrange weekly coordination meetings with the site team to monitor design outputs versus deliverables and timelines.
• Manage project mark-ups, track issues and reviews, and escalate when necessary.
• Review and compile documents and drawings to meet internal governance standards and client approval processes.
• Collaborate with the BIM coordination team and design manager to ensure proper document naming and storage aligned with quality procedures.
• Coordinate development and updates of 3D construction models, conducting regular reviews to maintain accuracy.
• Oversee production of as-built drawings and coordinate BCAR process adherence with certifiers and subcontractors.
• Integrate Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability standards into design processes.
• Conduct site visits as needed to support project execution.
• Contribute feedback and innovative ideas to improve design delivery processes for future projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current design standards and technologies through ongoing professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prior experience in design coordination or related design roles within construction.
• Understanding of construction work processes.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple design information streams.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to deliver work under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with ACC/BIM360 platforms is an advantage.

Benefits

• Join a dynamic and expanding organisation dedicated to employee growth.
• Standard Monday to Friday workweek with early finish on Fridays.
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• Competitive salary package.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling for employees and their families.

Other Information

Glanua Limited is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.