Site Design Coordinator - Civil Works (Tees Valley)

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We are currently seeking an experienced Design Coordinator to support the delivery of civil works on our Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility project, located in Middlesborough, Tees Valley.
This role supports a circa £50+million civil works package, offering the opportunity to work on a significant infrastructure project.
We welcome applications from both permanent candidates (fixed term contract) and contractors for circa 2 years with possibility for further work after completion. An immediate start is available.
Role Overview
The Design Coordinator will play a central role in managing civil design interfaces, ensuring alignment between engineering disciplines, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate civil design deliverables from subcontractors in collaboration with the Lead Civil Engineer
Ensure designs meet contractual, programme, budget, HSE, and quality requirements
Manage design interfaces between consultants and internal engineering teams, including scheduling and progress tracking
Review and assess design submissions for constructability, risk, and technical compliance
Represent the civil design function in meetings, maintaining clear communication across stakeholders
This posting reflects the main responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve in line with business and project requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture
Proven experience within the construction or infrastructure sector
Experience working on large-scale civil packages (~£10m+) within major projects
Background with tier 2 contractors delivering complex civil works
Strong experience in design coordination on industrial, infrastructure, or plant projects
Skills & Competencies
Strong coordination and organisational skills with a structured approach to delivery
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capability
Ability to manage multiple interfaces and priorities in a fast-paced project environment
Fluent English required; additional languages are an advantage
Why Join Us?
Join a global leader in Waste-to-X and sustainable infrastructure
Contribute to a high-value (£10m+) civil works package on a flagship project
Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment
Access to career development opportunities within a growing organisation
Play a key role in delivering low-carbon, future-focused infrastructure
At Kanadevia Inova, we offer employees a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Company weighted bonus as applicable
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Private medical and dental insurance
Life insurance (4× salary) and disability insurance
Career development and growth opportunities
Contrator day rate available for Contractors / Agency
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.