Design Coordinator

About the CompanyGo Tech Construction is rapidly becoming a preferred design-and-build (D&B) contractor in the UAE’s education sector. With a strong track record of successfully delivered projects, we specialize in designing and building schools, universities, and accommodation for teachers and students.As we enter an exciting phase of growth, supported by a strong order book, we’re looking for talented professionals with experience in D&B construction to join our team.Job PurposeThe Design Coordinator will coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP design activities across the project lifecycle, from tender and pre-construction through construction and handover. The role involves liaising with consultants, engineers, BIM teams, project managers, and site teams to ensure that design information is accurate, coordinated, approved, and issued in line with project requirements, programme, budget, and UAE regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities1. Design CoordinationCoordinate architectural, structural, civil, and MEP design activities to ensure multidisciplinary alignment.Review design drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical submissions for completeness and consistency.Identify design clashes, discrepancies, omissions, and interface issues, and coordinate their resolution with the relevant stakeholders.Maintain design registers, drawing schedules, revision records, and submission trackers.Ensure that the latest approved drawings and design information are available to the relevant project teams.2. Design & Build Project SupportCoordinate design deliverables in line with the Design & Build contract, employer’s requirements, scope of work, and project specifications.Support the Design & Technical Manager in managing design deliverables from concept and detailed design through construction and handover.Liaise with clients, architects, engineering consultants, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve design-related queries.Coordinate design inputs with procurement, construction, planning, and commercial teams to support timely project execution.Assist in identifying design changes and assessing their potential impact on cost, programme, quality, and constructability.3. Technical Submissions & ApprovalsCoordinate technical submittals, material submissions, shop drawings, and design documentation for review and approval.Track submissions, review comments, revisions, and approvals to ensure timely closure.Coordinate with relevant stakeholders on authority approval requirements, including Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, DEWA, and other applicable authorities, depending on the project.Support the preparation and coordination of responses to technical queries, RFIs, and design review comments.Ensure that design documentation complies with applicable UAE regulations, project specifications, and contractual requirements.4. BIM & Drawing CoordinationWork closely with BIM Coordinators and discipline engineers to support coordinated design information and model-based reviews.Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and design workshops.Assist in tracking and closing design clashes and coordination issues.Coordinate the incorporation of approved design changes into drawings, models, and related documentation.Support compliance with project BIM execution plans and applicable information management standards.5. Construction & Site CoordinationCoordinate with site engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors to resolve design-related site issues.Review technical queries raised by site teams and follow up with consultants and design engineers for timely responses.Assist in resolving discrepancies between approved drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and site conditions.Monitor the timely issuance of construction drawings to avoid delays to site activities.Support the coordination of as-built drawings, operation and maintenance documentation, and design-related handover requirements.6. Programme, Reporting & DocumentationMonitor design deliverables against the approved design programme and flag potential delays.Prepare regular design progress reports, outstanding action lists, and submission status updates.Coordinate design meetings, record minutes, and follow up on assigned actions.Maintain an organised record of drawings, technical submissions, design changes, approvals, and correspondence.Escalate unresolved technical and coordination issues to the Design & Technical Manager.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in design coordination within the UAE construction industry.Experience working with a main contractor or Design & Build contractor is strongly preferred.Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design packages for schools, universities, commercial buildings, or other large-scale building projects is an advantage.Familiarity with UAE authority approval processes and local construction regulations.Experience coordinating consultants, specialist subcontractors, and construction teams.Technical SkillsStrong understanding of architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and their interfaces.Knowledge of design submissions, shop drawings, material approvals, RFIs, and technical documentation.Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and common document management systems.Understanding of BIM coordination workflows and clash resolution.Good knowledge of design programmes, drawing registers, revision control, and technical reporting.Familiarity with Design & Build contracts, employer’s requirements, and construction sequencing.Core CompetenciesStrong coordination and communication skills.Excellent attention to detail and document management.Ability to manage multiple design deliverables and competing deadlines.Proactive problem-solving and follow-up.Strong stakeholder management and teamwork.Ability to identify design risks and escalate issues promptly.Effective time management and prioritisation.