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Our client is a highly regarded Cabinet Maker who are currently recruiting for a Senior Estimator to join the team to produce quotations and cost estimates.

They design, manufacture and install bespoke interiors for the luxury high-end residential market both in the UK and overseas and are looking for candidates that have a detailed understanding of luxury bespoke cabinet making. This should include the many and various finishes and specialist skills that are common to the luxury end of the marketplace.

Main responsibilities for the Estimator include to:

• Be the initial point of contact for estimating enquiries, assessing size of project, technicality and suitability for the company
• Set-up quote sheets and price items, arrange project review meetings
• Create project timelines 
• Ensure work is planned accurately and on a weekly basis into the Estimating schedule
• Attend weekly sales meetings and mid-tender interviews

Other skills and experience needed from the Estimator:

• IT literate with knowledge of CAD software and ability to read and understand drawings
• Excellent external and internal communication skills, a team player 
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Understanding of basic revenue models, profit / loss and forecasting

In return:

• Salary range: £38k to £48k dependant on experience plus pension
• Company events and gatherings after work, free Friday lunches for the whole team
• Professional career development with a company who puts continual investment back into the business.
• On-site parking
• Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is a combined joinery and spray business. By having both capabilities under one roof they can exercise precise control over the entire process, from inspired designing to flawless finishing, ensuring every piece they craft caters perfectly to the unique needs of their clients.

Based in South London, they are currently recruiting for a mid-weight Designer to help support their growth. You will be a key member of staff, working on joinery and furniture projects with room for growth as the company expands.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Working on NPD alongside modifying existing ranges.
• Using SolidWorks SWOOD for design and drawings.
• Occasional travelling to site when the project requires it.
• Reading and understanding complex Joinery or Architectural drawings.

Skills and Experience sought from the Furniture Designer:

• 2-4 years of experience in a Joinery design environment.
• SolidWorks proficiency essential with SWOOD a distinct advantage.
• To apply you need to be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Why Join our Client:

• Engage in a supportive and collaborative work environment that values your contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a leading company in the industry.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) and NEST pension after 3 months of service.
• Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
• Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week, 8am-5pm (Monday to Friday).

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client specialises in the design, development and manufacture of very high-quality lighting and furnishing products and are looking for a Junior Production Engineer. It is a newly created role to undertake the creation of production, assembly and manufacturing data in the form of production guides, manufacturing drawings and specifications.

This is an entry level role for someone seeking to begin a career in engineering and manufacturing. It would suit a motivated individual, looking for career advancement and training will be provided to the suitable candidate, to help fill any gaps in experience or knowledge.

Key Responsibilities include to:

• Participate in the improvement and development of existing products
• Produce production assembly drawings and guides
• Update and release drawings through the application of change management processes
• Produce 3D and 2D CAD production drawings
• Generate BOMs (Bill of Materials) using assembly data
• Manage own workload to meet critical project objectives

Skills and Experience sought for the Junior Production Engineer:

• Able to use 2D & 3D CAD Packages and an understanding of drawing systems
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Ability to communicate effectively and a good team worker
• Organised approach to documentation and an eye for detail
• Solution focus approach to all tasks and challenges
• Enthusiasm and commitment to achieving objectives set

In return you will be on a starting salary of c£25k plus pension and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client designs and manufactures products and components, mostly from plastics, for the play and leisure industries and are seeking a Product Design Engineer to value engineer existing ranges and progress customer designs through to production. This is a great opportunity to be part of a fast-paced environment, where product development is central to the company’s continuing success.

Key Responsibilities include:

• New Product Development, Product Updates and Bespoke Customer Designs
• 3D modelling, 2D technical drawings, instructions, BoM creation and product data management
• Prototyping and Testing
• Project Management and Problem Solving
• Ensuring all products are designed and inspected to the relevant European and US standards
• Communicating information on new products and updates to other departments ensuring smooth implementation

Skills and Experience needed for the Product Design Engineer:

• Minimum of 2 years' proven ability as a design engineer including technical design and problem solving
• Previous individual and team working experience
• Fluent in 2D and 3D CAD (Solid Edge / SolidWorks)
• Good communication skills and commercial awareness
• Knowledge of plastic and other materials for manufacturing

In return there is a starting salary from £27k to £37k per annum (negotiable depending on experience) and 24 days' holidays plus bank holidays. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This award-winning interior architecture and design studio creates luxury interiors for both the residential and commercial marketplace throughout the UK and abroad. They specialise in later living, healthcare and luxury residences with offices in both Newcastle and next year, London.

With a steady growth in business, they are currently recruiting for an Interior Designer & Project Manager to take responsibility for projects technically and creatively. Working with contractors, project managers, clients and consultants you will be managing projects through all the RIBA stages including producing detailed design drawings and building detailed designs through to aspects of project management on site.

You will be joining a company who have gained a number of prestigious accreditations and the chance to work with heritage buildings, on luxury projects within a team of over 20 people.

Skills and Experience sought for the Interior Designer:

• Project and Site Management experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Confident in submitting planning & building regulation applications with a good understanding of the UK building regulations.
• Mentoring skills to provide help and guidance to junior members of the team.
• Proficient use of AutoCAD to produce design documentation and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of SketchUp, Adobe, InDesign, Photoshop, MS Word and Excel.
• Production of concept presentations, sample boards, mood boards, rendered elevations and co-ordination of 3D visualizations.

In return:

A salary of between £40k and £45k with the possibility to work one or two days a week from home. Company contributes to NEST pension, 25 days hols plus bank holidays, travel expenses paid and flexible start / finish working hours. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This independent kitchen business has been working within the kitchen marketplace for over 30 years and are currently recruiting an experienced Kitchen Designer to work out of their showroom in Leamington Spa which is currently being refurbished.

They sell high-end German kitchens and you will be responsible for confidently visiting customers’ homes, listening to their ideas, designing their dream kitchen and following the whole process through to completion (the ordering and scheduling will be handled by a different team).

Skills and Experience expected from the Kitchen Designer:

• Strong design and sales background within the independent kitchen marketplace
• Experience gained in kitchen design and sales, ideally German products
• Able to work to deadlines and targets
• A natural flair for design, presentation and customer service
• Good IT skills and CAD literate (they use Compusoft Winner and EQ)
• Full driving licence essential

On offer is a basic salary of between £28k and £34k plus pension, laptop, mobile phone, travel expenses and an excellent commission structure. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Renowned for providing luxurious, safe and comfortable environments, our client is looking for an Interior Designer to join their team and help enhance the living spaces within their care homes. It is a 12-month maternity cover role with the potential to become permanent.

As the Interior Designer you will be working on both new-build and refurbishment projects, liaising directly with suppliers, team members, consultants and contractors to coordinate requirements. They currently have 23 homes with more in the pipeline.

Responsibilities for the Interior Designer will include:

• Scheduling meetings with team members and creating design documents for implementation
• Consulting with the Care Home about their needs in order to create a design solution that meets their goals within budget constraints
• Creating conceptual sketches and other illustrations to communicate design concepts and then developing the concepts
• Ensuring all specifications are compliant
• Working with the Architect, Technical Manager and site team to ensure capture of design requirements
• Travelling to sites around the UK, including new builds and existing homes

Skills and Experience expected from the Interior Designer:

• 5+ years’ experience to include at least 2+ years in the UK
• Knowledge of interiors within the luxury end of the marketplace, ideally residential / hotels or care homes
• VectorWorks (or similar) proficiency and Adobe CS
• Site experience with the confidence to manage site meetings and make quick decisions if required
• Strong Interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

In return:
Salary of up to £40k plus 33 days of holiday (incl. bank holidays), pension and a discount / rewards scheme.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client specialises in Experiential Design, Production and Installation and are proud to count large brands and leading marketing agencies amongst their clients. Their range of services cover everything from exhibition stands, product launches and bespoke sampling stands to PR stunts, sampling bins and giant props.

Based near the borders of Essex and Hertfordshire, within easy reach of London, they currently have a vacancy to work within their production team. As Assistant Workshop Manager your main responsibility will be to support in all aspects of production build, general workshop responsibilities and on-site work as required. This is a hands-on role with tasks which could include: prop making, CAD drawing, carpentry, metalworking, head rigger, spray painting, scenic finishes, paint management, general production build, CAD interpretation, CNC & Laser cutter operation, vinyling, installation crewing, lead carpenter, sanding, filling & finishing.

The role includes development of practical skills including scenic, LX, sound and electronics and working in line with the Company sustainability policy, ensuring minimising wastage and organising off cuts of production material for use on subsequent jobs. Health & Safety compliance is essential as is quality control for all projects.

Skills and Experience needed from the Assistant Workshop Manager:

• Carpentry & construction to include set build and props, scenic and paint knowledge, spray painting, fibreglassing and sewing
• Good time keeping and communication skills, and be able to work with an adaptable, flexible and accommodating attitude
• Proactive with an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive disposition and must be able to work well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills along with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Driving licence

In return they are offering a salary of between £28k and £35k, plus BUPA and pension and lots of training and career progression opportunities. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is the UK arm of a multinational field marketing and retail services agency delivering high-end projects on behalf of premium and luxury global brands.

As part of their ambitious growth, they are seeking an additional Production Manager to oversee all aspects of the production process both in the workshop and with external suppliers. 

Role and responsibilities for the Production Manager include:

• Organising and managing complex programmes of works and install schedules
• Project accounting including budget control, producing quotes, responding to tenders and negotiating prices
• Site management and co-ordination of suppliers, freelancers, sub-contractors, event staff and colleagues
• Preparing H&S documentation
• Managing and mitigating risks including completion of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)
• Reporting and maintaining statistical data / KPIs / project management tools / procedures / databases / documents / processes / templates / databases etc.

Skills and Experience needed from the Production Manager:

• The gravitas and interpersonal skills to manage on-site teams, suppliers and clients
• An ability to foresee potential issues and solve problems whilst maintaining client expectations
• Bespoke production experience - Windows, Pop ups, events and exhibitions
• Experience in on-site health and safety and risk assessments
• IT skills and an understanding of technical plans / drawings
• Good level of Maths and English

This is an on-site based role and in return salary will be in the range of £40k - £45k dependant on skillset. In addition they offer 22 days of holiday + bank holidays, a company pension and high street shop discounts. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is the UK arm of a multinational field marketing and retail services agency delivering high-end projects on behalf of premium and luxury global brands.

As part of their ambitious growth, they are looking for an experienced CAD Designer, with experience within the retail / events / exhibitions sector to join their dynamic team.

As the CAD Designer you will be responsible for:

• Creating full, accurate and detailed working production drawing packs and technical templates for use in all stages of the project
• Participating in internal and external meetings to effectively present design work, from pitch through to development
• Providing creative and technical advice to guide the team and clients when making design-based decisions
• Conducting site visits, surveys and overseeing on-site builds as required
• Managing own workloads with a hands-on approach to all aspects of the role

Skills and Experience needed from the CAD Designer:

• Thorough knowledge of bespoke retail and/or event production
• Sound experience in successfully producing detailed technical drawings for production and construction
• Excellent design skills with attention to detail
• Up to date knowledge of trends, technology, materials, finishes and manufacturing methods
• AutoCAD, SolidWorks and/or VectorWorks 

In return salary will be in the range of £40k - £45k dependant on skillset, hybrid with at least 3 days based in the office. In addition they offer 22 days of holiday + bank holidays, a company pension and high street shop discounts.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.