Joinery Designer & Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company in Leeds is seeking an experienced Design Project Manager to lead bespoke joinery projects from concept to production. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of SolidWorks experience and strong project management skills, ensuring client ideas are translated into precise technical drawings. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

£35-45k salary + incentive scheme

31 days' holiday including bank holidays

Pension & professional development support

Collaborative, supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in SolidWorks specifically for joinery or manufacturing.
• Strong technical knowledge of bespoke joinery methods.
• Proven project management skills with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead bespoke joinery projects from concept to production.
• Translate client ideas into detailed technical drawings in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with designers, production teams, and contractors.
• Conduct site surveys and plan for smooth installations.
• Oversee materials, finishes, and project timelines.

Skills

SolidWorks experience

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Join a specialist joinery manufacturer delivering high-end bespoke solutions for amazing commercial projects across London. Our client is recruiting for a talented Design Project Manager to take the lead through the entire design phase - from client brief to production handover. You will be turning creative visions into precise technical drawings, managing the design process using SolidWorks, and ensuring every detail is ready for flawless manufacturing and installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead bespoke joinery projects from concept to production.
• Translate client ideas into detailed technical drawings in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with designers, production teams and contractors.
• Conduct site surveys and plan for smooth installations.
• Oversee materials, finishes and project timelines.
• Keep clients informed and approvals on track.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ SolidWorks experience in joinery, fit-out or manufacturing.
• Strong technical knowledge of bespoke joinery methods.
• Proven project management skills with a client-focused approach.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving abilities.

What’s on offer

• £35-45k salary + incentive scheme
• 31 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Pension & professional development support
• Hybrid working (1-2 days remote)
• Collaborative, supportive team culture