Design Coordinator - Civil Works
Gent Area, Belgium
Construction /
Full-time /
On-site
Be part of a leading multidisciplinary company specializing in construction, property development, and concessions. Our client is renowned for tackling complex projects in construction, infrastructure, and marine works, It has a robust presence in Benelux, France, and beyond, and it prides on its rich history, innovative solutions, and extensive portfolio which includes a strong 5-decade presence in the Middle East.
As part of our continuous growth, we are looking for an experienced Design Coordinator to help us build more iconic projects of tomorrow.
Your minimum of 5 years of experience in the design of construction projects should make you manage and integrate various aspects of the design process, ensuring demands are met with precision and excellence. You will be responsible for overseeing technical studies, fostering collaboration among diverse teams, and driving the project from conception through to execution.
Your Tasks
- Project Oversight: Manage the overall design process for large-scale construction and civil projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
- Technical Expertise: Utilise your comprehensive knowledge of construction design across various disciplines (architectural, mechanical, etc.) to meet project specifications.
- Study Coordination: Direct and coordinate necessary studies (stability, geotechnical, special techniques, BIM), determining whether they should be conducted internally or outsourced.
- Client Interaction: Lead design meetings with clients to understand and integrate their specific demands, ensuring their vision is effectively translated into the project design.
- Internal Collaboration: Facilitate internal design meetings, driving collaboration among different teams to produce cohesive and winning designs.
- Single Point of Contact (SPOC): Serve as the primary liaison for compiling information from various disciplines (Estimating, BED, Methods & Planning) during the tender process.
- Execution Support: Address and coordinate responses to ad hoc queries from execution sites, such as temporary structures.
- Project Follow-Up: Monitor the project closely once initiated, with a particular focus on its constructability.
- Technology Awareness: Stay abreast of the latest technologies (drones, BIM, document management, etc.) to continually enhance project outcomes.
Your Qualities
- Educational Background: Hold a Master’s degree in architecture or construction.
- Experience: Possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the design of construction projects.
- Technical and Organisational Insight: Demonstrate a strong understanding of both technical and organisational aspects of construction projects.
- Leadership Skills: Exhibit enthusiasm and capability in managing and motivating a multidisciplinary team.
- Communication Skills: Be an exceptional communicator, able to persuade and convince stakeholders of your ideas.
- Problem-Solving Attitude: Approach challenges with a result-oriented and solutions-focused mindset.
- Pressure Performance: Thrive under pressure and excel in meeting deadlines.
- Decision-Making: Capably evaluate various ideas and make swift, effective decisions.
Languages
- Dutch: Fluency required.
- English: Good proficiency needed.
Perks and Compensation
- A remuneration package that is competitive and in line with market standards.
- Flexible benefits from mobility options, teleworking opportunities, health and group insurance, meal vouchers, and more.
- Career enhancement programs that support continuous learning and offer opportunities for career advancement.
- Stimulating environment with innovative colleagues who encourage and support your initiatives.
- Opportunity to work on challenging projects both locally and internationally.
- While maintaining a local presence, there are possibilities to explore international career opportunities within the group.
Company Culture & Values
- Prioritize employee well-being and safety worldwide.
- Offers caring approach to safety, health, and well-being at work.
- Initiatives include teleworking, flexible hours, childcare services, medical exams, diversity & inclusion campaigns, fitness facilities, confidence officers, and fun activities.
- Evolves to meet employees' needs in a fast-changing world, with a focus on health and new work trends.
- Supports charitable projects in education, construction, and environment.
- With goal to help communities in countries where the company operates.
- Offers a variety of volunteering projects that allow employees of the company group to take part.
- Aims to include underprivileged individuals, promoting personal development and professional skills enhancement.
Inclusive Workplace
- Values diversity in their group to connect with clients globally and promote innovation.
- Inclusion is crucial, ensuring respect, fairness, and equal opportunities regardless of backgrounds.
About Cabo Norte Professionals
Cabo Norte Professionals is a team of highly driven recruitment experts based in Belgium with 20 years of in-house recruitment expertise in Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, France, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australia.
It’s our talent to find yours! We recruit candidates for our clients’ companies as if it were for our own. We share our passion for their business with you. We get you inspired. Tell you all about their story and vision and your possible future role herein. We make it personal, tailored to your ambition and expectations. After all, you are not looking for a job, but a career offering possibilities, perspective and growth. We are here to pave your way to success.
Our clients are important players in their industry and niche, operating in the BENELUX area, France or internationally, active in Architecture, Construction & Civil Engineering, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Real Estate & Development, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Energy, Health, Safety & Environment, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Industry
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