Technical Designer And Estimator - CAD

Office Angels; Hart; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels are seeking a Technical Designer & Estimator to join their growing team. The role combines design, customer engagement and commercial responsibilities with AutoCAD experience to deliver high-quality technical designs and supporting project estimates.

You'll work closely with design, sales and operations to produce accurate drawings, support tenders and act as a technical point of contact for customers, architects and contractors throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD software.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Proactive and solution‑focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Producing accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings and technical detailing.
• Interpreting architectural drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Preparing professional drawing packages and technical submissions.
• Supporting architects, contractors and clients with design solutions.
• Attending design meetings both remotely and on-site.
• Managing drawings and documentation through customer document control platforms.
• Producing accurate cost estimates and tenders.
• Completing material take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
• Supporting pre-contract meetings and site surveys.
• Assisting with variations and additional pricing throughout project delivery.
• Following up quotations and supporting project conversion activities.
• Delivering presentations and CPD sessions.
• Building strong relationships with customers, consultants and contractors.
• Acting as a technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting the promotion and growth of the company's design service.

Skills

AutoCAD

Cost estimation

Client engagement

Stakeholder management

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Technical Designer & Estimator

£28,000 - £35,000

Training & Career Development Full Time |

Our client, a growing specialist contractor within the construction sector, is seeking a Technical Designer & Estimator to join their expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual with AutoCAD experience who enjoys combining design, customer engagement, and commercial responsibilities. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality technical designs, supporting project estimates, and acting as a trusted point of contact for customers, architects, and contractors.

The Role

Working closely with the design, sales, and operational teams, you'll be responsible for producing accurate technical drawings, supporting project tenders, and helping to grow the company's design service.

Key responsibilities include:

Design & Technical Support

• Producing accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings and technical detailing
• Interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Preparing professional drawing packages and technical submissions
• Supporting architects, contractors, and clients with design solutions
• Attending design meetings both remotely and on-site
• Managing drawings and documentation through customer document control platforms

Estimating

• Producing accurate cost estimates and tenders
• Completing material take-offs from drawings and specifications
• Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers to secure competitive pricing
• Supporting pre-contract meetings and site surveys
• Assisting with variations and additional pricing throughout project delivery
• Following up quotations and supporting project conversion activities

Client Engagement

• Delivering presentations and CPD sessions
• Building strong relationships with customers, consultants, and contractors
• Acting as a technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting the promotion and growth of the company's design service

What We're Looking For

• Experience using AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD software
• The ability to interpret technical and architectural drawings
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• A proactive and solution-focused approach

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