Design Manager

Design Manager - SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time Salary - Circa 52,000 DOE Location - Office based in CanterburyJoin a heritage-driven bespoke joinery specialist delivering high-quality interiors for commercial and residential clients. With over two centuries of expertise and a purpose-built workshop, the team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to produce custom cabinetry, staircases, windows, and furniture. Accredited to ISO standards, the firm serves high-end projects across London and the South, emphasising exceptional service, precision, and sustainability.We''re looking for a skilled and experienced Design Manager with SolidWorks expertise to lead bespoke joinery projects from concept to production. You''ll manage design delivery, collaborate across teams, and ensure technical excellence in custom interiors. The ideal candidate brings leadership, precision, and a background in joinery or fit-out, with at least five years'' design experience and strong CAD skills.Responsibilities, but are not limited toCollaborate with estimating and commercial teams on potential projects, providing expert advice where requiredAttend on-site design meetings and conduct site surveys to fully understand project requirementsUnderstand and apply sustainability standards such as BREEAM, LEED, and SKAIdentify and communicate potential design or programme challenges early, raising them with the Project Manager in a timely mannerRecord and report all known design changes to ..... full job details .....