Senior Lighting Designer

Aldena Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading design consultancy as a Senior Lighting Designer in Manchester. Lead projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to sustainability goals. Ideal candidates will have a design degree and strong lighting design experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in architectural lighting design.
• Strong background in lighting design or building services consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage lighting design projects from concept to delivery.
• Create detailed, high-quality lighting designs.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a design-related field

LIA qualification

Tools

Dialux

AutoCAD

Revit

Photoshop

Job description

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Location: Central Manchester

Type: Full-time onsite

Join one of the UK’s most respected and long-standing design consultancies. With over 60 years of industry excellence and Platinum Investors in People accreditation, our firm operates from seven offices nationwide.

We are currently seeking a talented Senior Lighting Designer to become a key member of our award-winning architectural lighting team based in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile, prestigious projects across the UK in sectors including commercial, retail, and leisure. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, clients, and multidisciplinary design teams—from initial concept through to project completion.

What You’ll Do

· Lead and manage lighting design projects from concept to delivery

· Create detailed, high-quality lighting designs that align with client visions

· Present design concepts clearly to clients, architects, and project teams

· Conduct site visits for commissioning, reviews, and snagging

· Mentor and support junior team members

· Work collaboratively across multiple offices with occasional UK travel

· Contribute to the company's sustainability and environmental goals

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Qualifications

· Degree in a design-related field or LIA qualification

· Strong background in architectural lighting design

· Experience in a lighting design or building services consultancy

Technical Skills

· Proficient in Dialux, AutoCAD, and Revit

· Experience with rendering tools and Photoshop (desirable)

Soft Skills

· Excellent communication and presentation skills

· Strong attention to detail and time management

· Confident working independently and leading a team

· Organised, methodical, and proactive in your approach

· Passionate about architecture, landmark projects, and innovative design

· Interest in sustainability and renewable technologies

· Personable, approachable, and a positive team player

· Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team where your creativity and expertise will directly influence exciting projects. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape spaces and experiences across the UK

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Design

• Industries

  Engineering Services and Design Services

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