Design Coordinator

As Design Coordinator, I use my extensive experience from an architectural background to manage design teams. Made up of architects, engineers, energy consultants amongst many other disciplines, they are responsible for putting together all the information and approvals required in preparation for a built project. My main role is to make sure this documentation is correct, on budget, on time, complies with building laws, and meets our clients needs. After working as a project architect for a long time, I understand the coordination and technical skills required and applied by these teams. This positions me perfectly as a mediator between the crew building the projects and the initial designers to ensure everyone is happy! I also get to participate in design development by means of coordination meetings, sketches, drawing reviews and product sourcing. Another fun part of my role is assisting in Tender bids. I assist by reviewing preliminary drawings and flag risks and opportunities to strengthen our submissions. I also regularly attend site (typically fortnightly) to touch base with clients and site managers, and resolve any live construction design issues.