Design and BCAR Coordinator

About the Role

BAM UK & Ireland invites applications for the position of Design and BCAR Coordinator based in Meath Hill, County Meath, Ireland. This role offers a chance to contribute to major construction, civil, and facilities management projects in Ireland, working alongside a collaborative team while developing skills to the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage purposefully and efficiently with BAM’s Design & Build Design Team and wider project members.
• Prepare and issue Method Statements (MTSs) referred to as "RDD" to the client (Department of Education), Technical Assessors (TA) and Multi Disciplinary Technical Team (MDTT).
• Ensure that all MTS and Technical Submissions comply fully with Government Works Requirements (GWR), Statutory Safety Works Requirements (SSWR), and contract documents.
• Oversee the Design Team’s submission of Design Submissions and Designer Checklists to the TA/MDTT through Autodesk (ACC) Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Coordinate and record site Benchmark Mockups and First of a Kind (FoK) trials, including documentation of attendance and photographic records, completing FoK reports and uploading to the CDE.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers provide up-to-date documentation such as Declarations of Performance (DOPs) and CE marking certificates.
• Compile design-related information, including Design Submissions, MTSs, and Requests for Information (RFIs), within the bi-weekly Contractor Progress Reports.
• Manage design progress from concept phase through to construction stage.
• Lead and chair design team meetings to facilitate collaboration and issue resolution.
• Supervise the design of façade systems including curtain walling, cladding, glazing, and brickwork, progressing from conceptual stages to detailed construction design.
• Monitor and manage information flow utilizing Autodesk software platforms.
• Work closely with mechanical & electrical, structural, and architectural designers to address and resolve design clashes or technical challenges at early stages.
• Track all design submittals, RFIs, and approvals carefully to align with the project timeline.
• Coordinate mock-ups, sample panels, and material selection processes in cooperation with architects and client representatives.
• Maintain a solid understanding of Irish Building Regulations, BCAR requirements, and applicable façade standards.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Strong interpersonal and team management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and AutoCAD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Experience operating within highly regulated environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational proficiency.
• Skill in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.

Desirable

• Previous site experience in design management, site management, or project management roles.
• Engineering degree qualification or experience as a senior/site engineer.
• Exposure to medium to large scale construction projects.
• Awareness of construction methodologies and web-based contract communication systems.
• Holds Safe Pass card and manual handling training.

Why Join BAM?

BAM offers a long-term career path with opportunities for growth, skill development, and even international work experiences. Employees benefit from competitive salary packages and a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 8% pension contributions
• Private health insurance and dental plan
• 26 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure
• Two dedicated wellbeing days per year
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Strong commitment to learning and internal progression
• Company vehicles depending on role
• And additional perks

Diversity and Inclusion

BAM strives to foster an inclusive workplace free from discrimination, welcoming candidates regardless of social background, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment and onboarding process is designed to be accessible and inclusive. Candidates requiring accommodations during any stage of the application are encouraged to request assistance.