Design Manager – Joinery

Cityscape Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager for interior fit-out and joinery projects. This role involves overseeing design teams and managing commercial projects, ensuring quality from pre-construction to delivery. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive company package

Positive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing CAD technicians and junior designers.
• Background in specialist joinery and commercial fit-out projects.
• Capable of overseeing projects from pre-construction to handover.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of CAD technicians/junior designers.
• Oversee all design aspects from pre-construction to handover.
• Demonstrate effective client-facing communication.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Client Communication

Time Management

Job description

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Senior Design Manager - Interior Fit Out / Joinery

Due to continuous growth, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager within the interior fit out / joinery market. This role is ideal for an individual capable of managing 3-4 external CAD technicians/junior designers. You will be client-facing, demonstrating excellent time management skills and the ability to maximize team productivity under tight deadlines to meet client expectations. The role also requires confident communication of ideas, processes, and experience to support the department's development. You will report directly to the operations director, with opportunities to oversee and shape the design department.

Requirements

• Senior Design Managers from a specialist joinery background with experience in commercial fit-out projects are encouraged to apply.
• The role is based at the head office in Harrow, with projects in Central London.
• Must be fully competent in overseeing projects from pre-construction to handover, managing all design aspects.

Rewards and Benefits

The client offers a salary of £70,000 – £80,000 plus package, depending on experience. They provide a comprehensive company package, a positive working environment, and opportunities for career progression through guidance, support, and training.