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Senior Designer
Location: Stockport, SK7
Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am–3:00pm
Reports To: Design Manager
Role Overview
As a Senior Designer, you will be responsible for managing projects from design release through to handover for procurement and production. You will work closely with the Contracts Manager while receiving technical guidance from the Design Manager.
The role requires producing accurate, buildable, and compliant designs while responding effectively to client changes and project demands.
Key Responsibilities
Produce construction and fabrication drawings.
Record and issue RFIs.
Attend design team meetings and design reviews as required.
Prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BoMs) for projects.
Log daily time allocations using internal systems.
Produce site and fixing schedules/lists.
Maintain project documentation in line with company procedures.
Support continuous professional development and training initiatives.
Key Objectives
Deliver accurate technical drawings with minimal errors.
Ensure designs remain practical, safe, and buildable within a construction environment.
Contribute to efficient project delivery through effective design coordination and value engineering.
Key Challenges
Understand how design decisions impact procurement, production, and installation.
Maximise project efficiency and profitability through practical engineering solutions.
Balance deadlines, budgets, and customer expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Programme performance (target vs actual delivery).
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications
Required
A-Level qualification or equivalent.
Construction-related qualifications.
Desirable
Façade engineering or passive fire protection training.
Experience
Required
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
Roofing, cladding, and rainscreen experience essential.
Desirable
Full building envelope experience.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong technical understanding of construction systems and assembly.
Proficient in:
2D & 3D design software
Revit
Inventor
AutoCAD
Ability to interpret architectural drawings.
Personal Attributes
Strong communication skills.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Excellent attention to detail.
Calm and resilient under pressure.
High professional and ethical standards.
Able to work effectively to deadlines and budgets.
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