Role: Technical Designer
Location: London
Salary: £55,000 + package
The Role
Following a series of recent project wins, an exciting opportunity has arisen with one of the UK’s largest and most respected main contractors.
They are seeking to recruit a Designer to join their team, working on a programme of banking and food retail refurbishment and fit-out projects with individual project values ranging from £100,000 to £5M.
This is a highly successful organisation delivering some of the UK’s most prestigious construction projects. With an annual turnover exceeding £2bn and a workforce of over 2,000 employees nationwide, the company has an excellent reputation within the industry.
Their portfolio spans a wide range of sectors including Banking, Food Retail, & Public Sector
This role would particularly suit a Designer looking to take the next step in their career
Key Responsibilities
*
Manage and contribute to project proposals
*
Produce, negotiate, and manage project-specific designer agreements, scopes of work, and design management plans, ensuring clarity and alignment across all parties
*
Ensure project designs are fully reviewed, identifying and mitigating Health & Safety risks
*
Produce and manage a realistic design programme and information delivery schedule aligned with design, procurement, and construction requirements
*
Lead and coordinate the on-site design team, including external design consultants
*
Chair and lead design team meetings with key stakeholders
*
Provide input into design team performance development reviews (PDRs)
Candidate Experience
*
Experience working for a main contractor or as a Lead Architect
*
Banking and/or food retail experience is desirable but not essential
*
Previous roles may include Design Manager, Assistant Design Manager, Design Coordinator, Project Architect, or Junior Design Manager
*
Proven experience delivering projects from inception through to completion
The Benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a leading main contractor in a stable and supportive environment. The successful candidate will benefit from:
*
Long-term career progression opportunities
*
A competitive salary and generous benefits package
*
Access to an industry-leading training and development programme
*
Flexible working, including up to two days per week working from home