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Senior Designer (Progression To Design Manager)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited

Bristol

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 65,000

Full time

27 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Designer ready to step into a management role. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to lead a team and work on diverse projects within the construction sector. You will have full autonomy to manage design projects from inception to completion, while mentoring Junior Designers and collaborating with key clients. With a focus on employee development and a supportive work environment, this role promises to be both rewarding and impactful. If you have a strong background in the Façade or Roofing industry and are looking for growth, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience in managing design projects from conception to completion.
  • Strong background in Façade or Roofing industry required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee design projects and manage a team of Junior Designers.
  • Create and model innovative designs using AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

Design Management
Project Management
Team Leadership
Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Design or related field
Experience in Façade/Roofing industry

Tools

AutoCAD
Revit

Job description

Senior Designer (Progression to Design Manager)
£55,000 - £65,000 + Progression + Mon - Fri + Company Benefits
Bristol

Are you a Senior Designer or similar within the Façade, Cladding or Roofing industry? Are you looking for a step-up into a management position within a rapidly expanding specialist in their field, who give you full autonomy to lead a team and the opportunity to work on a range of interesting projects with key clients?

On offer is the opportunity to join a longstanding family business, who specialise in major projects within the construction industry, who have just gained major contracts to ensure workflow and growth over the next 5 years. This company focuses on their people, have a great working environment and give you the ability to manage design projects from conception to completion.

This varied and autonomous role will see you oversee projects from early engagement to construction with a supportive team around you. You will lead and mentor a team of Junior Designers to draw, create and model innovative designs within clients' budgets and you will be responsible for reporting to the board and building relationships with suppliers to maintain quality. This role requires you to use AutoCAD and Revit software.

The Role:

  1. Manage Design projects from cradle to grave.
  2. Use AutoCAD and Revit to create, draw and model innovative designs.
  3. Management of Junior Designers.
  4. Report to senior management / clients on timescales and costings.
  5. Create technical documents, design validation and risk analysis.

The Person:
  1. Background in Façade / Roofing industry.
  2. Senior Designer or Design Manager background.
  3. Background in AutoCAD / Revit.
  4. Commutable to Bristol.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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