Assistant Design Manager

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Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland John Sisk & Son Ltd Full time

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Assistant Design Manager – Dublin

Build your future with Sisk. Shape the skyline. Lead with design.

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Overview

Assistant Design Manager – Dublin

Build your future with Sisk. Shape the skyline. Lead with design.

At John Sisk & Son, we've been building excellence for over 160 years. As a family-owned international construction company, we're proud to deliver trust, certainty, and value to our clients—while being at the heart of change. Now, we're looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Design Manager to join our growing team in Dublin.

Your Role

As an Assistant Design Manager, you'll play a key role in coordinating the design process across exciting and complex construction projects. Reporting to the Project Lead or Senior Design Manager (depending on project scale), you'll be the vital link between consultants, suppliers, and internal teams—ensuring seamless collaboration and design excellence from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

Take ownership of design-related elements during the tender and pre-construction phases
Support the selection and management of the design team, including consultants and specialist subcontractors
Ensure timely delivery of design information aligned with programme and budget requirements
Collaborate closely with the M&E Coordinator to ensure full integration of building and services
Mentor and support Design Coordinators during the construction phase
Ensure compliance with statutory design regulations, planning permissions, and building control
Contribute to cost meetings and ensure design aligns with commercial objectives
Use digital tools such as BIM, CAD, Viewpoint (4Projects), and Microsoft Office to manage and communicate design information

Experience

What You Bring

A degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related design discipline
Experience supporting pre-construction and construction phases on large-scale projects
Strong understanding of procurement routes, contract types, and building regulations
Commercial awareness and a collaborative mindset
Familiarity with BREEAM, CDM regulations, and programming software
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent communication skills

Additional Information

What We Offer

Competitive salary with annual reviews
Company car or car allowance
26 days annual leave (plus option to purchase 5 more)
Employer pension contributions
Flexible and remote working options
Enhanced parental leave
Professional development and educational support
Travel expenses and competitive mileage rates

Why Join Sisk?

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, flexibility, and limitless potential. You'll work alongside great people, on projects that shape communities and cities.

We Welcome All Backgrounds

We know that confidence gaps and imposter syndrome can hold talented people back. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value transferable skills and diverse perspectives.Seniority level

Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
IndustriesConstruction

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