Technical Designer

Technical Designer (Freelance)

Rate (Apply online only) per day (DOE)

Hours 9.00am - 6.00pm, Monday - Friday

Location London EC1

Reporting to Head of Technical Design

We are the UK's leading workplace design and build company , boasting over 30 years of experience and B Corp certification. Operating on an in-house model to maximize speed and simplicity , we create future-focused, inspiring workplaces on a global scale.

Role Overview

The freelance Technical Designer translates design concepts into coordinated, buildable, and compliant solutions. You will develop detailed technical drawings and documentation within our design & build framework, working independently or under senior leadership to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Packages: Create all technical drawing packages from schematics and design development through to construction documentation and practical completion.

Design Coordination: Drive coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and public health disciplines.

Design Delivery: Translate conceptual designs into buildable details without compromising design intent, budget, or programme.

Compliance: Ensure all designs strictly comply with building codes, client specifications, CDM regulations, and the Building Safety Act.

Site Support: Support onsite construction teams by managing RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and conducting site visits to resolve issues.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a related field.

2-5+ years of technical design experience, ideally within a fast-paced design & build environment.

Proficiency in Revit, BIM coordination tools (e.g., Navisworks), and AutoCAD.

Desirable

Strong construction detailing knowledge, hand-sketching skills, and portfolio.

Familiarity with sustainability certifications (LEED, WELL, BREEAM) and CDM 2015 regulations.

Terms & Studio Perks

Project-related training and development opportunities.

Studio perks including weekly drinks, quarterly socials, and staff meals.

In-office refreshments: barista-style coffee, fresh fruit, and biscuits.

Note: As this is a freelance contract, permanent staff benefits (such as paid annual leave, health schemes, and corporate gym discounts) do not apply.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed