Senior Technical Designer

Heatherwick Studio; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design studio in London is seeking a Senior Technical Designer to deliver technical resolution and design integrity for complex projects. This role involves high-quality coordination and collaboration with teams and stakeholders, alongside mentoring and supporting studio processes. Ideal candidates will have a proven success in delivering large-scale projects and possess a diverse portfolio that showcases their experience. Join a dynamic environment where precision and innovation drive every aspect of the work.

Qualifications

• Successful delivery of complex, large-scale projects.
• Diverse portfolio of work and drawings.
• Hands-on experience in design and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of complex projects ensuring design integrity.
• Mentor team members and contribute to knowledge-sharing.
• Help shape studio-wide processes and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Technical excellence

Construction detailing

Design integration

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Knowledge-sharing

Job description

We are looking for a technically focused and highly experienced Senior Technical Designer to join our London studio. In this role, you will take responsibility for the technical resolution and delivery of complex projects, ensuring design integrity, coordination, and buildability at every stage.

You will bring deep knowledge of construction detailing, technical innovation, and design integration, working collaboratively with internal teams, consultants, and contractors. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality, coordinated work that meets project objectives while maintaining the studio’s design and BIM standards.

Alongside your project responsibilities, you'll support and mentor others, contributing to a culture of knowledge-sharing and technical excellence. You’ll also help shape and uphold studio-wide processes, ensuring consistent quality across all work.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on ambitious projects in a dynamic environment where precision, problem-solving, and collaboration are valued every day.

What you bring:

• Demonstrated success delivering complex, large-scale projects
• A diverse portfolio showcasing examples of work and drawings
• Extensive practical knowledge and hands-on experience

If technical excellence is your strength, we’d love to hear from you.

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