Design Jobs in Leicestershire

Senior CDM Principal Designer One of the UK's leading architectural practises, with multiple offices acorss the UK are now seeking a Senior CDM Principal Designer that can lead on the delivery of major projects, acting as the sole CDM Principal Designer across a range of complex sectors. They are working on a range of projects, across a variety of sectors and have several long-standing frameworks in place which will allow you to build long standing relationships, helping you grow in your role as Senior CDM Principal Designer. This would suit a Senior CDM Principal Designer that is looking to work closely with one of the best architectural teams in the UK and work on some of the most interesting projects the UK has to offer, whilst benefitting from a great work life balance. The Role The successful Senior CDM Principal Designer will be heavily involved in mitigating risk at early design stages, whilst also leading on all CDM related tasks. The role would require clear communication to ensure handover to Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible. The Person The successful Senior CDM Principal Designer for this role will have at least 3+ years within a CDM Principal Designer capacity. You will have a previous track record of business development or can bring an array of clients/work with you. You will have a full membership with the APS and/or IOSH (Tech IOSH or IMaPS) In Return? The salary and package are negotiable dependant on your experience, qualifications and ability but as a guide: - Up to 60,000per annum - Generous Bonus Scheme - Pension Contribution - Season Ticket Loan - Gold Standard Healthcare Scheme - Gym Membership If you are a CDM Principal Designer and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed). CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Architecture / CertIOSH / ARB / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / RIBA / Design Safety / Architecture / Construction H&S

Job Title: Design Director Ref: BM259 Location: Loughborough Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning planning and design consultancy who provide their expertise to the public and private sectors. They are on the lookout for an experienced and driven Design Director to lead on a range of projects across the Midlands for their Loughborough studio. Benefits for the role of Design Director include: - Highly competitive salary - Generous holiday allowance - Contributory pension scheme - Private medical insurance - Cycle to work scheme - Professional development - Personal development Duties for the role of Design Director: - Deliver significant projects that involve masterplanning, concept design and detailed planning applications - Contribute to business development and generate revenue for the company - Liaise with clients, consultants and contractors to build and maintain strong working relationships - Manage and mentor junior team members to contribute to their professional development and ensure successful project delivery Skills and experience for the role of Design Director: - Degree within Architecture or Architectural Technology - Previous experience as an Associate Director within a UK practice or developer - Significant post qualification experience within the UK residential industry - Previous experience delivering residential led projects across the Midlands - Working knowledge of local authorities within the midlands - Track record of managing and mentoring a team - Strong experience within financial management - Excellent communication and organisational skills If This role interests you or if you are interested in searching for other roles relating to architecture please feel free to contact Ben Moore on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). There are many more roles available on our website at (url removed). This is a permanent role

Business Development Manager - Design & Build Location: Leicestershire (Office-based with client travel) Salary: £45,000-£50,000 basic £70,000 OTE Benefits - Company car - Company pension About the Role An established Design & Build business is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager with a strong background in commercial interiors, workplace fit-out, or the wider construction sector click apply for full job details

Business Development Manager - Design & Build Location: Leicestershire (Office-based with client travel) Salary: 45,000- 50,000 basic 70,000 OTE Benefits - Company car - Company pension About the Role An established Design & Build business is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager with a strong background in commercial interiors, workplace fit-out, or the wider construction sector. This is a relationship-focused role centred on developing long-term partnerships rather than transactional sales. You will identify new opportunities, build trusted relationships with clients and industry professionals, and work closely with internal design, estimating and delivery teams to develop tailored solutions. Success in this role comes from understanding clients' businesses, identifying opportunities early, and becoming a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Build Long-Term Client Relationships - Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients. - Engage with occupiers, landlords, project managers, architects and consultants early in the project lifecycle. - Understand clients' business objectives, workplace challenges and project requirements. - Build trust and encourage repeat business through exceptional relationship management. Generate New Business Opportunities - Identify Design & Build, refurbishment and fit-out opportunities across sectors including commercial, industrial, education and healthcare. - Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through networking, referrals, market intelligence and industry events. - Qualify opportunities and develop strategies to maximise success rates. - Manage opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract award. Collaborate with Internal Teams - Work closely with design, estimating and operational teams to develop tailored client solutions. - Ensure client requirements are communicated effectively throughout the bid process. - Contribute ideas during project development to maximise value. - Support seamless project handovers while maintaining strong client relationships. Develop Strategic Partnerships - Build relationships with architects, project managers, consultants, developers and supply chain partners. - Identify opportunities for long-term collaboration and repeat business. - Represent the business professionally at networking events and industry functions. Market & Business Development - Monitor market trends and identify emerging opportunities. - Promote the company's Design & Build capabilities and collaborative approach. - Support marketing initiatives through client engagement and project case studies. Performance & Reporting - Maintain an accurate sales pipeline using CRM software. - Provide regular forecasts and pipeline updates to the leadership team. - Work towards agreed KPIs covering opportunity generation, client engagement and secured revenue. About You Essential - Proven business development experience within Design & Build, commercial fit-out, workplace consultancy or the construction sector. - Strong understanding of the Design & Build process from enquiry through to project delivery. - Excellent relationship-building and networking skills. - Commercial awareness with strong negotiation abilities. - Excellent presentation and communication skills. - Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office. Desirable - An established network within commercial interiors or construction. - Understanding of workplace design trends and sustainability. - Knowledge of procurement routes and tender processes. - Experience working alongside design and estimating teams. Personal Attributes You are a collaborative relationship builder who enjoys developing long-term partnerships. You are commercially aware, proactive, trustworthy and passionate about delivering high-quality Design & Build solutions. You thrive in a team environment and are committed to providing outstanding client experiences. What You'll Receive You'll join a collaborative and supportive business where teamwork, innovation and long-term client relationships are at the heart of everything they do. Working alongside experienced design and project delivery professionals, you'll play a key role in driving business growth while helping clients deliver successful workplace and construction projects. Salary: 45,000- 50,000 per year Benefits: - Company car - Company pension Work Location: Office-based with client visits.

Join the UK's No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier Howdens are recruiting Kitchen Sales Designers who thrive in a fast-paced, sales environment. We're looking for commercially minded individuals who can build strong relationships, influence buying decisions and exceed sales targets. We can offer you a successful career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, and you don't need previous design experience. We'll provide you with comprehensive design and sales training to create exceptional kitchens for our trade customers and their clients. What we can offer you: - Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives - Kitchen Sales Designer training programme - Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution - Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays. - Holiday entitlement rises with service - Generous staff discount on Howdens products - Buy-as-you-earn share scheme - 40 hour working week - No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working - Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family - A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart What we are looking for: - Results driven with experience of reaching sales targets and KPI - Ability to build trusted relationships with our trade customers and their client - Excellent communication skills, able to convey your ideas clearly and effectively - Full UK Driving license with access to your own vehicle for home visits - Strong attention to detail and an eye for design - CAD skills are preferred, but not essential as you will receive training What you will be doing: - Driving sales performance and profit by achieving your depot targets - Building strong customer relationships through professional design support - Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the project - Conducting home visits to measure, assess and understand your client's needs - Negotiating prices confidently while protecting margin and design integrity - Planning and creating inspirational and practical designs utilising your strong product knowledge to advise customers and resolve queries throughout the process What it's like to work here: - We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers - Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team - It's a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done - We all play a part in the depot's success and share in the team bonus - We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, then we are keen to hear from you. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.