Technical Designer

Eden Brown; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace design firm in Guildford is seeking a talented Technical Designer to join their expanding team. In this role, you will focus on producing accurate technical drawing packages for commercial interiors, ensuring compliance and smooth project execution. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in AutoCAD and a passion for design excellence. This position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth across various high-quality projects in the South East.

Qualifications

• Experience in workplace design & build or commercial interiors.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience is essential.
• Solid understanding of construction detailing, building regulations, and technical coordination.
• Ability to produce accurate, detailed drawings under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for delivering high-quality workplace environments.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed drawing packages including GAs, RCPs, partitions, joinery details, elevations, and bespoke elements.
• Ensure all drawings are accurate, coordinated, and compliant with building regulations.
• Support the development of technical information from concept through to construction issue.
• Work closely with concept designers to maintain design intent while ensuring buildability.
• Liaise with PMs, QS teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical queries.
• Attend site visits to review progress and ensure technical accuracy.
• Maintain high standards of technical documentation and drawing quality.

Skills

Workplace design & build

AutoCAD

Revit

Construction detailing

Technical coordination

Strong communication skills

Job description

Technical Designer - Workplace Design & Build

A leading workplace design & build specialist is expanding its Technical Design team in Surrey and is looking for a talented Technical Designer to join their growing regional studio. This is an opportunity to work on high‑quality commercial interiors, supporting the delivery of innovative, buildable, and beautifully resolved workplace environments.

The business is known for its design excellence, technical rigour, and collaborative culture. You'll join a supportive team where your technical expertise will directly influence the success of projects across the South East.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in producing coordinated, accurate, and buildable technical drawing packages for CAT A and CAT B workplace projects. Working closely with concept designers, project managers, and site teams, you’ll help translate creative ideas into fully resolved technical solutions that stand up on site. This role is ideal for a technically strong designer who thrives in a fast‑paced D&B environment and wants to grow within a respected, design‑driven business.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Drawing & Documentation

• Produce detailed drawing packages including GAs, RCPs, partitions, joinery details, elevations, and bespoke elements.
• Ensure all drawings are accurate, coordinated, and compliant with building regulations.
• Support the development of technical information from concept through to construction issue.

Coordination & Collaboration

• Work closely with concept designers to maintain design intent while ensuring buildability.
• Liaise with PMs, QS teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical queries.
• Attend site visits to review progress and ensure technical accuracy.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain high standards of technical documentation and drawing quality.
• Ensure all information aligns with H&S requirements, CDM, and statutory compliance.
• Support the continuous improvement of technical processes and standards.

What You Bring

• Experience in workplace design & build or commercial interiors.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience isessential
• Solid understanding of construction detailing, building regulations, and technical coordination.
• Ability to produce accurate, detailed drawings under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for delivering high‑quality workplace environments.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Join a respected, design‑led D&B specialist with a strong regional presence.
• Work on varied and high‑quality workplace projects across the South East.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team with genuine progression opportunities.
• Exposure to both creative and technical aspects of workplace design.
• A culture that values people, development, and excellence.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer