Design Director – Commercial Design & Build

Bigblue; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 77.000 - 94.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

People-focused culture

Zusammenfassung

Bigblue is seeking a Design Director for Commercial Design & Build in London with a strong track record in high-end office interiors. You will shape the creative direction, lead the design process from concept through delivery, and maintain client relationships while mentoring the design team.

The role offers outstanding hybrid working, a collaborative culture, and the chance to influence the company’s growth through high-profile workplace projects.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience designing high-end commercial office interiors.
• Strong Commercial Design & Build background, ideally at Senior Designer or Design Director level.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing innovative, high-quality workplace projects.
• Genuinely enjoys being client-facing, pitching concepts and presenting design ideas.
• Confident communicator with credibility to build lasting client relationships.

Aufgaben

• Lead the creative vision and design direction across high-end commercial workplace projects.
• Develop innovative design concepts that stand out in a competitive market.
• Own client presentations, pitches and design workshops.
• Build strong client relationships and become a trusted creative adviser.
• Mentor and inspire designers, helping develop the next generation of creative talent.
• Work with the wider leadership team to support the continued growth of the business.
• Keep design quality and creativity at the heart of every project.

Kenntnisse

Design leadership

Client relationships

Pitching concepts

Portfolio quality

Communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

Design Director – Commercial Design & Build

London | Outstanding Hybrid Working

Circa £85,000 + Commission

I’m working with one of the most exciting and progressive businesses in Commercial Design & Build, looking to appoint a talented Design Director to join their growing team.

They’ve built a strong reputation for a people-first culture, a creative approach and a genuinely refreshing attitude to work-life balance. Add an ambitious growth strategy and some brilliant workplace projects, and it’s a business that’s properly going places. The hybrid working is arguably the best you’ll find in Commercial D&B.

It’s a highly creative, client-facing role. You’ll shape the creative direction of the business, leading the design process from initial concept and pitch through to delivery. It suits an established Design Director after a fresh challenge, or an ambitious Senior Designer or Senior Creative Lead ready to take the next step.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the creative vision and design direction across high-end commercial workplace projects
• Developing innovative design concepts that stand out in a competitive market
• Owning client presentations, pitches and design workshops
• Building strong client relationships and becoming a trusted creative adviser
• Mentoring and inspiring designers, helping develop the next generation of creative talent
• Working with the wider leadership team to support the continued growth of the business
• Keeping design quality and creativity at the heart of every project

What’s on offer:

• Circa £85,000 + commission
• Some of the best hybrid working arrangements in Commercial D&B
• A genuinely people-focused culture where staff are valued, supported and trusted
• High-end workplace projects where creative thinking is encouraged
• Real momentum and the chance to play a significant role in the business’s future
• A step up into your first Design Director position, or a fresh challenge if you’re already there

Requirements:

• Extensive experience designing high-end commercial office interiors (essential)
• Strong Commercial Design & Build background, ideally at Senior Designer, Senior Creative Lead or Design Director level
• An exceptional creative portfolio showcasing innovative, high-quality workplace projects
• Genuinely enjoys being client-facing, pitching concepts and presenting design ideas
• Confident communicator with the credibility to build lasting client relationships
• Strong creative leadership skills and the ability to inspire and develop others

If you love the creative side of workplace design and want to work somewhere with a genuinely great culture, I’d love to have a conversation.