Gloucestershire

This company is a specialist in the interior architecture and fitted furniture for historical and period properties. They count themselves as privileged to have worked in a variety of beautiful buildings spanning Country and London Town Houses across the UK and abroad. Everything they design is completely bespoke, and their modern 12,000 sq.ft. workshop houses a dedicated team of cabinet-makers and finishers.

This new role is senior and key to the company so the successful candidate will have plenty of experience handling both clients and liaising with the technical team and workshop. This role includes designing bespoke projects from a client brief using your CAD and hand drawing skills and will involve knowledge of historical furniture and architectural details as well as incorporating contemporary design when appropriate.

This is a role that would suit an individual who thrives on attention to detail and excels creatively. You’ll be putting together design packages and presentations for the clients and their architects so good literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written will be needed. You’ll be well-organised and committed, able to work to deadlines and manage a number of projects simultaneously. You’ll also be a self-starter as well as being able to work as part of a team.

Salary is negotiable plus pension. If this vacancy sounds of interest please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company is a specialist in the interior architecture of historical and period properties and work directly with their clients who come to them for their expertise and beautiful pieces of furniture, joinery and workmanship. They are currently seeking an experienced and professional Production Engineer to be responsible for taking 2D design drawings and preparing manufacturing and purchasing drawings for the workshop, subcontract makers and fitters.

Responsibilities will include: Liaising with clients and design / production team regarding design issues; production of cutting lists for the purchase of sheet material; production of accurate shopping lists for the purchase of appliances; production of site installation drawings detailing precise position of furniture within site boundaries; provision of technical assistance to fitting teams during both assembly and installation; contributing to the regular design team meetings to suggest improvements; discussions with suppliers of timber and hardware to ensure that the correct materials are used to fit both the design brief and the cost.

With a cabinetmaking background and/or a good understanding of furniture manufacturing, materials selection and presentation you’ll have AutoCAD and Microsoft Office skills (Woodwork for Inventor experience desirable). You’ll be able to work from drawings and specification sheets to interpret technical requirements and design briefs as well as having experience of site surveying. Knowledge of period architectural styles, building techniques and mouldings would be an advantage as would an understanding of mechanical and electrical services required to be connected to fitted furniture, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Salary is £25,000 to £35,000 plus pension and life assurance. Please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This centrally based top end kitchen and bathroom showroom are main suppliers of a number of high-end products such as Hansgrohe, Sheraton, Rot Punkt, Be-spoke, Neff, Bosch and Silestone and are currently seeking a Kitchen Designer to join their busy team. The designer will need to be confident in carrying out their own site visits and presentations, converting these into orders and managing their clients through to the end of delivery or installation.

You’ll need some relevant experience working from a showroom environment, although full product training on their kitchen suppliers will be provided. With CAD knowledge (Fusion 20:20 an advantage) you’ll be a team player and have your own car. This is a full time position from 9am to 5.30pm with an hour lunch. Saturdays will be included on a rota system with a day off in lieu. They are closed Sundays and Bank Holidays and over the Christmas period.

Salary is in the range of £22,000 to £25,000. Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company was founded as a new venture between two companies, an exciting entity consisting of a handpicked team of designers who specialise in integrating their fantastic brand of furniture, furnishings and accessories into the home. Based at their boutique interior design practice and showroom near Bath, you will be working with clients to conceptualise, design and deliver beautiful kitchens for commercial and private clients.

Preferably with a degree in furniture or interior design and at least 4 years’ experience of kitchens for the higher end of the marketplace you’ll be proficient in AutoCAD and Photoshop (SketchUp would be an advantage as would good hand drawing skills). You’ll have an understanding of the design process and experience of project management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills will also be needed plus the ability to manage clients, budgets and projects.

Salary will be in the range of £30,000 to £35,000 plus bonus. Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This boutique design practice creates elegant interiors for their clients that make everyday living comfortable, engaging and inspirational. They are currently looking to recruit an Interior Designer at a mid to senior level who can run their own projects and be client facing.

The right candidate will need at least 4 years’ experience (6+ years’ would be preferable) on high-end residential projects, have a good knowledge of FF&E and be proficient in AutoCAD and Photoshop. You’ll be able to conceptualise, put together detailed working drawings and collate supporting documentation as well as having strong presentation skills. Able to project manage, you’ll have excellent written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to manage budgets and problem solve. Knowledge of furniture design would also be preferable.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply using the link below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.