Senior Technical Designer

Construction Resources Limited; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Resources Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Technical Designer to lead the technical delivery of projects, translating design into coordinated, compliant and buildable solutions across design, pre-construction and construction teams.

You will coordinate architectural, structural, MEP and specialist design information, review technical drawings, manage buildability and compliance, lead BIM coordination using Revit and Navisworks, and support tendering, Building

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or related discipline.
• 6+ years' experience in technical design and project delivery.
• Experience within design & build, commercial interiors or a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and BIM coordination tools.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015, Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards such as BREEAM, WELL or LEED.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design delivery across all project stages, from concept through to construction and completion.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP and specialist design information.
• Translate design intent into practical, buildable and compliant solutions.
• Produce, review and coordinate technical drawing and documentation packages.
• Lead technical reviews, identify design risks and resolve complex technical issues.
• Manage client and consultant expectations around technical design.
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulations, standards, specifications, cost and programme requirements.
• Coordinate BIM and clash detection using tools such as Revit and Navisworks.
• Support tendering, approvals, Building Regulations submissions and construction documentation.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFIs, shop drawings and design changes.
• Ensure high-quality completion documentation, including as-builts, O&M information and residual risk records.
• Mentor and support technical and design team members.
• Promote consistent technical, quality, compliance and sustainability standards across projects.
• Work closely with commercial, project management, site and pre-construction teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Technical design

Project delivery

BIM coordination

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication

Leadership

Independent working

Education

Architecture / Interior Architecture degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

A leading design and build organisation is seeking a Senior Technical Designer to lead the technical delivery of projects, translating creative design into coordinated, compliant and buildable solutions.

The role involves working across design, pre-construction and construction teams, coordinating clients, consultants and contractors while ensuring quality, cost, programme and compliance requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design delivery across all project stages, from concept through to construction and completion.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP and specialist design information.
• Translate design intent into practical, buildable and compliant solutions.
• Produce, review and coordinate technical drawing and documentation packages.
• Lead technical reviews, identify design risks and resolve complex technical issues.
• Manage client and consultant expectations around technical design.
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulations, standards, specifications, cost and programme requirements.
• Coordinate BIM and clash detection using tools such as Revit and Navisworks.
• Support tendering, approvals, Building Regulations submissions and construction documentation.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFIs, shop drawings and design changes.
• Ensure high-quality completion documentation, including as-builts, O&M information and residual risk records.
• Mentor and support technical and design team members.
• Promote consistent technical, quality, compliance and sustainability standards across projects.
• Work closely with commercial, project management, site and pre-construction teams to successfully deliver projects.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.
• 6+ years' experience in technical design and project delivery.
• Experience within design & build, commercial interiors or a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and BIM coordination tools.
• Experience working with a Common Data Environment (CDE) is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of construction detailing, materials, technical documentation and building regulations.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015, Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
• Strong technical, design and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Experience with fast-track or design & build procurement.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards such as BREEAM, WELL or LEED.
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance and technical quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Confident working independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and organisational skills.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership and accountability.