GRAHAM Academy - Assistant Design Coordinator (Graduate)

Job Summary

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for enthusiastic Graduates to join our Design Team within our Building Division.   

As a Assistant Design Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in bringing construction projects from concept to reality. Working alongside designers, engineers, and project managers, you’ll help coordinate drawings, plans, and technical information to make sure everything fits together on site. You don’t need specialist experience to start, just an interest in how things are built, a good eye for detail, and the drive to learn.

This role gives you the chance to develop practical skills while building your understanding of the design process in construction. You’ll gain hands-on experience, grow your confidence with digital tools, and see how your work directly contributes to creating real buildings and infrastructure.

If you’re passionate about construction and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to build a career with purpose.

Our head office is based in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland; however, this role will involve working on projects across London. Therefore, a willingness to travel and stay away from home when required is essential.

Job Description:

Design Support:

• Assist in the development and coordination of design proposals.
• Support the design team in preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure design solutions are practical and meet project requirements.

Project Documentation:

• Help maintain project documentation, ensuring all design information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other project-related documents. 

Site Visits:

• Conduct site visits to understand construction processes and gather relevant data.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of design solutions on site. 

Technical Assistance:

• Provide technical support to the design team during the construction phase.
• Assist in resolving design-related issues and queries from the site team. 

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity.  Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals. 

Person Specification

Essential

• Currently studying a degree-level qualification in a construction-related field 
• Strong interest in construction and design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

Desirable:

• An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
• Able to demonstrate problem solving.
• CSCS Card
• Full UK Driving License

Behavioural Competencies

• Commercial Awareness: Demonstrates an interest in developing strong business and commercial acumen. Understands the importance of balancing cost, quality, programme, and client expectations to achieve successful project outcomes. 
• Effective Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Produces accurate reports and tender documentation. 
• Customer Focus: Seeks to understand client requirements and contribute to solutions that provide long-term value and exceptional project outcomes. Influencing Builds positive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders to support successful tender and commercial outcomes. 
• Initiative: Self-motivated and proactive with a willingness to learn. Takes ownership of tasks and actively seeks opportunities to improve processes and add value. 
• Influencing: Builds credibility and develops productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.
• Negotiation: Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected 

The Recruitment Process:

• The closing date for applications will be January 2027
• Interviews will commence in February 2027.
• Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
• All successful applicants will have joined the business by September 2027, if not before.

Graduates

We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.

Benefits

• Car Allowance
• Subsidised Private Medical Cover
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
• Contributory Pension
• 35 Days' annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

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