Senior Designer

Jak Consultancy; Guildford; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design & build firm in West Surrey is seeking a Senior Designer to lead innovative workplace projects. The role involves managing the design process, collaborating with teams, and ensuring client satisfaction. Candidates should have extensive experience in commercial workplace design and proficiency in design software.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in commercial workplace design, ideally in a D&B environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects and hitting deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Interpret client briefs and develop tailored design solutions.
• Lead concept development, spatial planning, and FF&E strategy.
• Manage the design process from initial pitch through delivery.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Commercial Awareness

Education

BA in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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08th May, 2025

Senior Designer - Workplace Interiors
Location: West Surrey
Type: Full-time | Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm
Salary: £90k

We're working with a leading design & build firm that's shaping the future of work environments across the UK. With a strong pipeline of innovative office transformation projects, they're looking to hire a Senior Designer to help deliver cutting-edge workplace solutions.

As a Senior Designer, you'll take creative lead across a wide variety of projects-from concept through to on-site implementation-ensuring each space reflects the client's goals and supports their evolving ways of working. You'll collaborate closely with internal project teams and clients, guiding the full design process with clear communication, creativity, and commercial insight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret client briefs and develop tailored design solutions
• Lead concept development, spatial planning, and FF&E strategy
• Manage the design process from initial pitch through delivery
• Ensure compliance with design standards, regulations, and budgets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technical and creative alignment
• Confidently present ideas and solutions to clients and stakeholders
• Support business development through tender presentations and pitches

What You'll Need:

• 7+ years in commercial workplace design, ideally in a D&B environment
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong technical design knowledge and commercial awareness
• Experience managing multiple projects and hitting deadlines under pressure
• Clear communicator with excellent presentation and client-facing skills
• BA in Interior Design or equivalent