Overview
Design Coordinator – Construction Jobs in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland at Townmore
Title: Design Coordinator – Construction
Company: Townmore
Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Design Coordinator
Location: Ireland (Project-based / Regional Offices)
Sector: Residential, Commercial, Public Sector & Life Sciences
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary Scale: €Negotiable depending on skills and experience
About Townmore
Townmore is a leading main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across Ireland. We operate across the Residential, Commercial, Public Sector, and Life Sciences sectors, consistently achieving excellence in safety, quality, and innovation. We empower our teams to drive successful project outcomes, maintaining our reputation as one of Ireland’s most respected contractors.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Design Coordinator to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for an experienced Coordinator or a Design Technician from a multidisciplinary consultancy looking to transition into a main contractor environment.
You will be the central link between the design team and the site delivery team, ensuring that technical information is accurate, integrated across all disciplines (Architectural, Structural, MEP), and delivered on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Design Integration & Coordination
- Coordinate consultant and subcontractor designs to eliminate clashes and ensure full multi-disciplinary integration.
- Chair/facilitate Design Team Meetings (DTM), tracking actions and ensuring the timely flow of information.
- Manage the Design Responsibility Matrix and ensure all parties understand their deliverables.
- Administer document control and information exchange via CDEs (BIM 360, Procore, or Aconex).
Technical Review & Compliance
- Conduct thorough reviews of drawings and specifications for buildability and compliance with Irish Building Regulations and BC(A)R.
- Manage the RFI process, ensuring technical queries are resolved swiftly to avoid site delays.
- Oversee the submittal process for subcontractor shop drawings, ensuring they align with the master design.
Pre-Construction & BIM
- Assist the bid team during tenders by identifying design risks and value engineering opportunities.
- Support BIM coordination workflows, ensuring models are functional and meet project standards.
- Review Employer’s Requirements to ensure the design remains within the project scope.
Construction & Close-Out
- Provide on-site technical support to Project Managers and Site Foremen.
- Liaise with the commercial team to identify design changes that may impact project costs.
- Coordinate the collection of ancillary certificates, O&Ms, and as-built drawings for a smooth project handover.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Experience: 3–5 years’ experience in a Design Coordination role with a main contractor OR as a Design Technician within a multidisciplinary consultancy.
- Sector Exposure: Previous experience in Residential, Commercial, or Life Sciences projects is highly desirable.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of Irish planning processes, BC(A)R, and Fire/DAC requirements.
Skills & Competencies
- Multi-Disciplinary Mindset: Ability to read and coordinate Architectural, Structural, and MEP drawings.
- Software: Proficiency in BIM platforms (Revit/Navisworks) and document management software.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships between external consultants and internal site teams.
- Drive: A proactive problem-solver who can manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (Negotiable and comprehensive benefits.
- Support for professional development and Chartership (RIAI, EI, CIOB).
- The opportunity to work on high-profile, diverse projects across Ireland.
