Poolhall Recruitment
Junior Design Engineer
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About the Company
A well-established construction specialist is seeking a Junior Design Manager to support the delivery of complex structural and industrial construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career design professional with a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering to step into a technically focused coordination role with strong long-term development.
About the Role
You will work closely with senior design and project managers, gaining hands-on experience across multidisciplinary design processes, industrial fit-out environments, and large-scale structural projects including mixed-use developments, retail, commercial, leisure & multi-story car parks.
Responsibilities
- Design Coordination & Support
- Assist in managing the design process from post-tender through to completion
- Coordinate architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors
- Support with programmes, technical queries and change control
- Help identify and mitigate design-related risks
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Team & Stakeholder Communication
- Communicate design intent clearly to internal and external teams
- Ensure alignment between design development and site delivery
- Act as a point of contact for design information flow
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Quality & Compliance
- Support reviews, technical checks and design audits
- Undertake site visits to ensure works align with approved designs
- Assist in ensuring compliance with specifications, regulations and industry standards
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Client Interaction
- Help gather client requirements and constraints
- Provide practical, buildable solutions under guidance
- Support senior team members in managing client expectations
Qualifications
- Degree (BEng/MEng) in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related construction discipline
Required Skills
- Experience as a Design Coordinator, Graduate Engineer, or similar role
- Exposure to industrial, structural or large-scale fit-out projects is highly desirable
- Working knowledge of BIM and design coordination processes
- Organised, proactive and confident communicating with multiple stakeholders
- Keen to develop into a full Design Manager role
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Preferred Skills
This role is ideal for a motivated graduate or junior professional looking to build a career in design management within complex industrial and structural environments.
Pay range and compensation package
- £35,000 – £45,000 DOE
- Full-time office-based role in Slough - must be able to commute to the office daily
- Exposure to complex industrial and structural projects
- Structured training, mentoring and long-term progression
- Supportive environment with clear development pathways
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you’re based within a one-hour commute of Slough and looking to take the next step in your design career, please apply. By applying, you agree to Poolhall Recruitment Ltd’s Data Protection Policy, available on our website.
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