Project & Design Assistant

Brocket Hall Estate; Lemsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel estate in the UK is seeking a candidate with a background in Architecture or Interior Design to manage on-site room surveys and assist in hotel refurbishment projects. The role includes preparing CAD floor plans, liaising with suppliers, and coordinating planning applications. Required skills include proficiency in AutoCAD and strong communication abilities. Previous experience in hospitality is a plus. This position offers a dynamic working environment focused on high-standard projects.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, with attention to detail.
• Previous experience in hospitality, hotel, or heritage projects desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site room surveys for hotel refurbishment.
• Prepare CAD floor plans and FF&E schedules.
• Liaise with suppliers for samples, quotes, and deliveries.
• Assist in preparing planning application documents.
• Coordinate with consultants on planning and environmental aspects.
• Maintain project timelines and update project files.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and cost schedules.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

MS Office

Organisational skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Fluent English

Mandarin/Cantonese

Education

Background in Architecture / Interior Design / Urban Planning / Project Management

Job description

Responsibilities

• Carry out on‑site room surveys (measurements, drawings, photos) for the hotel refurbishment.
• Prepare CAD floor plans and FF&E schedules (furniture, fabrics, carpets, lighting).
• Liaise with suppliers (UK & international) for samples, quotes, and deliveries.
• Track procurement lists and ensure quality alignment with existing design style.

Planning & Estate Projects

• Assist in preparing planning application documents (reports, drawings, submission packs).
• Coordinate with consultants (planning, heritage, environmental, engineering).
• Maintain project timelines and update project files.

General Support

• Prepare presentations, reports, and cost schedules.
• Attend project meetings and take minutes.
• Support day‑to‑day project admin.

Requirements

• Background in Architecture / Interior Design / Urban Planning / Project Management.
• Proficient in AutoCAD / Revit / SketchUp and MS Office / Excel.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills – comfortable liaising with suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin/Cantonese is a plus (to liaise with overseas suppliers).
• Previous experience in hospitality, hotel, or heritage projects desirable but not essential.