Technical Design Manager – Luxury Retail Fit-Out

GVR Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GVR Solutions Ltd in Southwest London is seeking a Design Manager for high-end retail and leisure fit-out projects. You will lead a small team of CAD Technicians and Design Coordinators, coordinate with Estimating, Commercial and site teams, and ensure drawings progress from concept to as-built packages.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical design for retail or commercial fit-out, advanced AutoCAD skills, and a strong ability to read M&E and structural drawings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in technical design for retail or commercial fit-out.
• Advanced AutoCAD skills and ability to read M&E and structural drawings.
• Self-starter with ability to keep drawing programmes moving.
• Clear communication and ability to direct the right information to stakeholders on time.
• Calm, approachable, reliable to site, factory and PM teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 1-2 CAD Technicians and Design Coordinators.
• Coordinate with Estimating, Commercial Director, Contracts Director, PMs, procurement and site teams.
• Develop client concepts and S3 packs into fully coordinated construction drawings (S4-S6).
• Own drawing register and revision control to ensure current info reaches site and factory.
• Check internal and subcontractor drawings and coordinate M&E, structure, ceilings and landlord interfaces.
• Review tender packs, identify gaps and raise RFIs clearly.
• Ensure drawings meet Building Regulations, CDM 2015 and landlord requirements.
• Produce as-built drawings at project completion and support CAD team.

Skills

AutoCAD

M&E drawings

Structural drawings

Joinery detailing

Team leadership

Job description

GVR Solutions Ltd in Southwest London is seeking a Design Manager for high-end retail and leisure fit-out projects. You will lead a small team of CAD Technicians and Design Coordinators, coordinate with Estimating, Commercial and site teams, and ensure drawings progress from concept to as-built packages.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical design for retail or commercial fit-out, advanced AutoCAD skills, and a strong ability to read M&E and structural drawings.