Permanent
All-round Designer
Henley-on-Thames
Posted 2 days ago
This is a role for a designer who enjoys the technical side of design just as much as the creative.
You’ll be joining a growing Design & Build team where you won’t just be producing drawings in isolation - you’ll be involved from early test fits and layouts through to detailed packs and on-site delivery. It’s a hands-on position, ideal for someone who wants to take real ownership of projects and develop into a well-rounded D&B designer.
While there’s a creative element, the focus here leans more technical - so confidence in producing detailed information and understanding how designs are actually built is key.
What you’ll be doing
- Producing test fits, layouts and design concepts aligned to budget
- Developing full technical drawing packages (GA’s, RCPs, finishes, power & data, elevations, sections)
- Cross-referencing subcontractor information and coordinating design details
- Working directly with clients — presenting ideas, running meetings and managing feedback
- Attending site surveys, pre-start meetings and supporting delivery on site
- Liaising with subcontractors, consultants and internal teams across pre-con and construction
- Reviewing designs on site and suggesting practical improvements
- Strong AutoCAD skills with experience producing detailed technical packs
- A good design eye, with the ability to translate concepts into buildable solutions
- Solid understanding of commercial workplace design and building regulations
- Confident, client-facing and comfortable presenting your work
- Experience being on site and working alongside delivery teams
- Detail-oriented, organised and able to manage multiple deadlines
Bonus experience (not essential)
- SketchUp
- Exposure to planning applications
- Understanding of Principal Designer responsibilities / higher-risk buildings
- Basic MEP awareness
- Practical, solutions-focused and commercially aware
- Takes ownership and accountability for their work
- Comfortable working independently but also part of a wider team
- Approachable, professional and confident dealing with clients and contractors
- Keen to learn and develop within a fast-paced D&B environment
- Strong pipeline of workplace projects
- Exposure across the full project lifecycle
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Ongoing training and development
- Regular team socials and events
- Benefits package including enhanced leave, pension and healthcare support
If you’re currently in a more creative or purely technical role and want to become a true all-round D&B designer, this is the kind of environment that will get you there.
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