Design Manager

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Chester
Salary
25 days holiday, pension, health
Posted
22 Feb 2021
Closes
15 Mar 2021
Sectors
Engineering, Design
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Title: Design Manager / Senior Designer
Location: Cheshire
Salary: Up to GBP50k + Benefits
The Client
Our client is a leading commercial glazing specialist business and they are looking to add a Design Manager or Senior Designer from the industry to their team.
The Role
Following continued growth and the expansion throughout the UK and internationally our client are seeking a Design Manager to manage the design office. The candidate will be tasked with the effective delivery of the project design for all the company's products.
The role will require:
* Excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD 2010 or above
* Excellent working knowledge and experience in curtain walling systems
* Min 5 years drawing experience in detailing of aluminium curtain walling & 2 years' experience leading projects.
* Ability to manage a team and help develop others in areas of technical difficulty.
* An understanding and awareness of CDM in relation to Design
* Experienced in producing Fabrication/detailed drawings
* Positive personality, driven and self-motivated
* Excellent communication and coordination skills
* Ability to work to deadlines and programmes.
Desired Qualifications
* Minimum C grades in Maths, English & Science (GCSE)
* SMSTS/IOSH or similar
* Further education preferably in Construction ie BSc Hons
Personal Qualities
* Candidates should have a professional attitude and approach to work, be organised and punctual
* Good communication skills
* Asbestos Awareness