Sectors
Commercial spaces and the Education Sector
Job details
Full‑time, permanent, Emsworth (PO10 7DY), office‑based, salary up to £40k (with FF&E and significant Revit experience)
About the Role
Chalk is a specialist FF&E and Commercial Catering Design Consultancy shaping the next generation of learning and working environments across the UK. From independent schools to full‑scale DfE projects, and now expanding into the commercial sector, we’re designing smarter, more agile spaces that work as hard as the people who use them.
We’re looking for a junior‑level FF&E & Catering Technical Interior Space Planner BIM Coordinator to join our growing team. This isn’t just a production role. It’s a chance to be part of a high‑energy, innovation‑driven design studio where your ideas, technical skills, and curiosity actually matter.
You’ll support project delivery across a mix of design, coordination, and digital compliance tasks. You’ll work closely with senior designers, project leads, and supply chain partners – gaining experience in how complex spaces come together.
You should be confident working in Revit, interested in COBie and digital standards, and naturally detail‑focused. If you enjoy problem solving and want to grow your technical and client‑facing skills, this is a great place to start.
We’re after someone warm, organised, collaborative, and hungry to learn, ready to help us shape spaces that make a difference.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Fully coordinated layouts, schedules, and 3D models using Revit and BIM workflows
* Detailed design documentation aligned with DfE standards and client vision
* Smart, specification‑driven solutions for education and commercial spaces
* Technical input that bridges design creativity with operational precision
* Leverage AI tools to accelerate design processes, support automated COBie extraction, and enable smart specification generation within BIM and FF&E design workflows
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in workload management and task planning
* Develop and maintain FF&E and Catering Revit models and drawings across project phases (concept to installation)
* Juggle multiple tasks at different design stages, be organised & meet deadlines
* Work both independently and as part of a team
* Produce detailed 2D layouts, elevations, 3D visuals, and coordinated furniture schedules
* Support model coordination with architectural, MEP, and structural teams
* Ensure compliance with DfE design guidance and school‑specific briefs
* Assist with clash detection, model updates, and drawing revisions as design evolves
* Create and manage Revit families for educational furniture and equipment
* Follow established BIM protocols and contribute to the ongoing development of internal FF&E and Catering BIM standards
* Prepare and manage COBie‑compliant FF&E and catering data sets for use in BIM workflows and asset management
* Support tender and procurement packages with accurate data and drawings
* Participate in design meetings, site visits, and internal reviews as required
* Lead the development and infill of COBie and information management in alignment with BIM level 2 (BS EN ISO 19650‑2) standards
Skills & Experience
* Proficient in Autodesk Revit, producing FF&E layouts and schedules
* Strong understanding of BIM workflows and model coordination
* Independent production of detailed technical drawings without supervision
* Interpret briefs, room data sheets, and technical requirements with accuracy
* Experience running design projects from RIBA stages 3 (concept) to 5 (manufacture / construction)
* BIM accreditation and ability to produce technical drawings, elevations, and 3D visualisations; interest in AI‑enabled design tools
* Detail‑oriented, accurate data entry, methodical documentation approach
* Effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
* Comfortable managing multiple projects with varying timelines
* Experience creating and managing Revit families
* Working knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks, Solibri, AutoCAD, or Adobe Creative Suite
* Ability to manage design documentation, including BIM models, drawings, presentations, and written reports for client meetings
Preferred Qualifications
* 5+ years of experience
* Advanced qualifications in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
* BIM level 2 certification and proven delivery in practice
* Degree or masters in architecture, architectural technology, BIM management, interior design or FF&E interior space planning (similar level qualifications considered)
Why Chalk?
* Work on meaningful projects that directly impact student learning and wellbeing
* Collaborative team environment focused on quality, creativity, and compliance
* Opportunities for growth, training, and project ownership
Other Information
General benefits: competitive salary, training, career progression, and a supportive, fast‑moving team culture. Equal opportunity employer – we celebrate diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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