Computer Aided Design Manager

ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic design consultancy in Central London is seeking a Senior CAD Technician to manage a design team for EV infrastructure and commercial upgrades. This role offers up to £55,000 basic salary with hybrid working options. The ideal candidate will have strong people management skills and proficiency in AutoCAD, with a commitment to 3-4 days in the London office.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior CAD Technician within commercial or retail environments.
• Strong people management or team leadership experience.
• Detail-oriented and organised, managing multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CAD delivery across a range of projects.
• Manage and support junior CAD technicians and workloads.
• Ensure drawings meet industry and safety standards.

Skills

Senior CAD Technician experience

Team leadership

Proficient in AutoCAD

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior CAD Technician - Team Leader/ Manager

Central London | Hybrid Working | Up to £55,000 Basic plus package

We're hiring for a Senior CAD Technician/ CAD Team Leader to take on a leadership role within a dynamic design team delivering a national rollout of EV infrastructure and retail/ commercial upgrades.

This is more than a hands-on design role - we're looking for someone who can set standards, lead from the front, and support the growth and development of a CAD team. You'll work closely with the Design Director to manage technical output, coordinate other technicians, and ensure drawing deliverables meet high quality and compliance standards across multiple live projects.

If you enjoy combining technical work with team management, this is a great opportunity to build your leadership career while remaining engaged in design delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee CAD delivery across a range of retail, commercial, and energy projects
• Review and produce high-quality CAD drawings with a focus on accuracy and detail
• Manage and support junior CAD technicians, managing workloads and setting expectations
• Work collaboratively with project leads and the Design Director to meet programme deadlines
• Coordinate design information across multiple workstreams, including retail layouts, forecourt designs, and pump arrangements
• Maintain quality assurance across CAD output, ensuring all drawings align with industry and safety standards

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior CAD Technician within commercial or retail environments ideally
• Strong people management or team leadership experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit experience desirable (though most work is currently in AutoCAD)
• A confident communicator who can manage, motivate and support a growing team
• Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• UK-based project experience essential
• Able to commit to 3-4 days per week in the London office - remote-only applicants will not be considered
• Right to work in the UK - sponsorship is not available for this role

What You'll Get

• Salary up to £55,000
• Hybrid working (3-4 days in office + work-from-home flexibility)
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday
• Additional benefits including Medicash, wellbeing support, and more
• Support in pursuing further education including APM qualifications

This role offers a clear path into team leadership, working within a supportive, forward-thinking environment and contributing to projects that are shaping the UK's energy and retail landscape.

Apply now to be considered for this role.