Drawing Office & Design Manager

TN United Kingdom; Battle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Drawing Office & Design Manager to lead their in-house Design Department. This pivotal role requires a blend of technical expertise and team leadership, focusing on producing high-quality drawings for bespoke joinery projects. The successful candidate will oversee a talented team, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with health and safety standards. With a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a creative and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Workplace pension scheme

Life assurance policy

29 days' holiday

On-site parking

Accredited learning opportunities

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing a Drawing Office with a track record of leading teams.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Design team to ensure drawings meet requirements.
• Supervise the Drawing Office for efficient workflow and quality control.
• Coordinate with clients and architects to ensure design integrity.

Skills

Team Leadership

AutoCAD

iX

Inventor

SolidWorks

CDM Regulations

Project Management

Problem Solving

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

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Drawing Office & Design Manager | Battle | Full Time | Salary depending on experience

Our client designs, manufactures and installs exquisite bespoke joinery, bound for some of the world’s most exclusive residential addresses, a host of the UK’s most ancient and historic buildings, as well as the Capital’s leading corporate landmark developments.

They are recruiting for an experienced Drawing Office & Design Manager to lead their prolific in-house Design Department.

The role of the Drawing Office & Design Manager will be predominantly based at the factory in East Sussex, overseeing the production of working drawings and supplementary information to support the design, manufacture, and installation of bespoke joinery and associated products.

This role combines technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring that the drawing office operates efficiently and produces high-quality, accurate, and practical solutions, ensuring they target the expected design hours and deliver to the programme.

Most of the work is based within the Home Counties and Central London, although work is undertaken further afield when required.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Experienced in managing a Drawing Office with a track record of leading teams
• Proficient in one or more of the following: AutoCAD / iX / Inventor / SolidWorks
• Able to detail both traditional and modern joinery designs
• Highly organised with the ability to deliver precise information within programme requirements
• Familiar with CDM regulations, ensuring designs align with Health & Safety standards
• Proactive in driving the design process forward, identifying and resolving challenges efficiently
• Flexible and committed, including undertaking overtime when necessary to meet project demands
• Dedicated to creating a positive work environment, ensuring client satisfaction and team collaboration

What will your role look like?

• Lead and manage our team of Design Managers and technicians, ensuring that drawings meet approval and construction requirements
• Supervise the Drawing Office, maintaining efficient workflow, programme compliance, resource allocation, and quality control
• Review Howard Bros Joinery (HBJ) quotations, ensuring that designs maximise company benefit while maintaining quality and cost efficiency
• Oversee and refine the HBJ Project Design Brief, aligning designs with client specifications and architectural drawings
• Undertake site surveys, setting out to grids and datums for precise installation coordination
• Coordinate directly with Clients, Architects, Project Managers, and Cost Consultants to ensure design integrity and clarity
• Produce and distribute minutes from professional team meetings for internal HBJ reference
• Ensure cross-trade coordination, resolving any design conflicts to maintain project fluidity.
• Research and implement design solutions that enhance our fabrication processes and installation efficiency
• Maintain Drawing Office standards and protocols, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company procedures

What can you expect in return?

• Competitive salary with a clear career development path
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance policy
• Opportunities for accredited learning and career progression
• 41.5-hour working week across five days, with an early finish available on Fridays
• 29 days' holiday per year, including UK Bank Holidays
• Regular social events and activities
• On-site parking

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