Senior Designer

A leading architectural metalwork specialist is currently looking for a permanent Senior Designer to produce detailed design and fabrication drawings across a range of architectural steel and metalwork projects in West London.

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday - Friday)

Duties

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D design drawings for architectural metalwork elements including balustrades, staircases, balconies, railings, gates, canopies, and bespoke steel features.
• Develop fabrication drawings, GA drawings, and technical details for workshop production and site installation.
• Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and design intent to create compliant and buildable metalwork solutions.
• Liaise with architects, structural engineers, project managers, and fabricators to coordinate design requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Prepare material specifications, cutting lists, and component schedules to support manufacturing processes.
• Conduct design reviews and clash checks, provide technical support to workshop and site teams, and participate in site surveys.
• Maintain drawing control, revisions, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in value engineering and design optimisation to improve manufacturability and cost efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in architectural metalwork design
• Strong experience using Tekla (preferred) for modelling and detailing
• Ability to produce accurate fabrication and GA drawings
• Good understanding of structural steel and architectural metalwork systems
• Experience working with architects, engineers, and fabrication teams If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.

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