Underground Structure Design Coordinator

Design Coordinator - UG Structure

• Key Responsibilities

  A. Design Management & Coordination

  • Coordinate civil, structural, geotechnical, architectural, MEP, ITS, ventilation, and fire & life safety design packages.
  • Ensure design outputs align with construction methodology (TBM/NATM/Cut & Cover as applicable).
  • Monitor design progress against project master schedule.
  • Maintain design deliverable tracker and submission logs.
  • Conduct interdisciplinary design review meetings.

• B. Interface Management

  • Manage interfaces between:
    • Twin tunnels and cross passages
    • Shafts, portals, and surface structures
    • Utilities and existing infrastructure
    • Road works, drainage, and traffic systems
  • Coordinate with external stakeholders, statutory bodies, and utility agencies.
  • Ensure resolution of design clashes and interface conflicts.

• C. Contractual & Technical Compliance

  • Ensure designs comply with:
    • Contract specifications
    • Employer’s Requirements
    • Applicable codes and standards
    • Safety and constructability requirements
  • Support technical submissions, design reports, calculations, and drawings for Engineer/Employer review.
  • Address review comments and ensure timely resubmissions.

• D. Construction Support

  • Provide technical clarification to site teams.
  • Coordinate issuance of AFC (Approved for Construction) drawings.
  • Assist in resolving site-related design issues and non-conformances.
  • Support value engineering and optimization initiatives.

• E. Risk & Change Management

  • Identify design-related risks and maintain a Design Risk Register.
  • Assess technical implications of change orders and variations.
  • Participate in technical workshops, HAZID/HAZOP, constructability reviews.

• F. BIM & Digital Coordination

  • Coordinate BIM models and clash detection activities.
  • Ensure design data consistency across disciplines.
  • Participate in 3D model review sessions.