Technical Lead Designer

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We have a new opportunity for a Technical Lead Designer with a proven track record of leading an effective design team and supporting the Design Manager in all aspects of design from concept through to completion.

• Demonstrate effective leadership and direction to a team of designers to ensure successful delivery of detailed production drawings as per the technical requirements, client specifications and contractual obligations of allocated projects.
• Drive the design programme for multiple projects in line with the overall project milestones.
• Co-ordinate the entire design process to enable effective delivery of drawings for client sign off and production purposes.
• Resource planning - ensure optimum use of all resources available to enable successful delivery of the design programme.
• Develop and upskill the design team to their full potential.
• Develop a continuous improvement mindset amongst the team.
• Understand and effectively communicate project requirements including client briefs & technical details.
• Organise and chair design co-ordination and design progress meetings with the design team and production.
• Ensure effective communication amongst all stakeholders including clients, Project Managers, Production & Site Install Team.
• Oversee the document control process, supported by a Document Controller.

• 4+ years experience of people management within a similar design environment preferably within the marine or construction fit out industry.
• Strong leadership skills, with a can-do and collaborative approach.
• Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required.
• A desire to constantly learn, improve and share knowledge and experience.
• A thorough understanding of both the design and manufacturing processes, and the interface between them.
• Good collaborative planning skills.
• Thorough understanding of 3d design (Solidworks) and BIM, with a desire to drive improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, both at the personal level and more formal reporting level.

• Solidworks Technical Design
• Joinery Manufacturing
• Lead Design
• Design Management

• Group Life Assurance
• Pension
• Wedding Leave
• Early Finish Friday
• Cashback
• Healthcare Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbring initiatives

The Deluxe Group are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Construction

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom