Senior Technical Designer - Workspace Interiors

Senior Technical Designer

London

We are…

Modus provides tenants and office workers with a complete package for whatever their relocation or refurbishment needs may be. We have received global recognition for our work with clients in some of our industry's most prestigious awards within the UK and internationally.

We are a business of high integrity and mutual respect. We don't believe in hierarchy; instead, we aim to empower you to do your best work. In an industry that often puts profit ahead of everything, our priorities are different: happy clients and pride in our work.

Many of the extraordinary people who work here have been colleagues for ten years or more; our staff turnover rate is easily the lowest in the sector.

At Modus Workspace, we are creators, dreamers, and problem solvers. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our projects, as evidenced by our B-Corp accreditation.

As a B-Corp accredited company, we operate with a heightened sense of purpose and responsibility towards society and the environment.

Your focus will be…

As a Senior Technical Designer at Modus, your primary purpose is to lead the technical design and coordination processes, ensuring the seamless execution of high-quality workspace interiors from concept to completion. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between innovative design concepts and their technical realisation, guaranteeing compliance, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness across all projects. This role exists to uphold Modus' commitment to design excellence and our B-Corp values in every technical detail, ensuring our projects are not only aesthetically pleasing but also robustly engineered and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Design Coordination: Spearhead the technical design coordination process, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration between interior designers, technical teams, and construction professionals.
• Oversee Technical Documentation: Oversee the production of detailed Revit models and comprehensive technical drawing packages, ensuring strict compliance with industry regulations, building codes, and client requirements.
• Manage Technical Design Process: Manage the technical design process end-to-end, ensuring accuracy, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness throughout project execution. This includes producing and managing full technical documentation.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key liaison with specialist sub-contractors, engineers, and commercial teams to facilitate the delivery of high-quality workplace interiors, resolving technical challenges proactively.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Conduct regular site visits to oversee installations, resolve complex design challenges, and ensure strict adherence to specifications and quality standards. Collaborate extensively with building control officers and external consultants to guarantee compliance with all necessary statutory regulations.

Success in this role will be measured by:

• The technical execution and delivery of projects, evidenced by minimal technical revisions post-design freeze and high-quality construction outcomes.
• The accuracy and completeness of all Revit models and technical drawing packages, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• The effective and timely resolution of technical challenges, demonstrating proactive problem-solving and collaboration.
• Positive feedback from internal teams (design, project management, construction) and external stakeholders (clients, sub-contractors, consultants) regarding technical coordination and documentation clarity.
• Contribution to a culture of continuous improvement within the technical design process, seeking out and implementing efficiencies and best practices.
• Adherence to project budgets and timelines related to technical design deliverables.

You will bring to the table…

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically astute individual with a passion for workspace design and a proven track record in the Design & Build process. You will be a meticulous problem-solver, an exceptional communicator, and a natural leader, ready to drive technical excellence within our studio.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Architectural, Interior Design, or Interior Architecture degree/post-graduate level or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience: Significant proven experience in commercial office fit-out within a Design and Build environment. This role requires a strong understanding of the entire project lifecycle in a D&B context.
• Technical Proficiency: Mandatory proficiency in Revit, alongside strong skills in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite (InDesign/Photoshop).
• Technical Acumen: Demonstrated strong technical acumen with keen attention to detail, capable of producing and managing detailed design drawings and materials schedules.
• Compliance Knowledge: Thorough understanding of building codes, regulations, and safety standards, with the ability to ensure designs comply.
• Communication & Presentation: Confidence and extensive experience in client-facing roles with exceptional, articulate presentation skills.
• Project Management Skills: Excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively coordinate multiple simultaneous projects.
• Commercial Awareness: Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• Experience with advanced building knowledge.
• Good freehand drawing skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, consistently meeting deadlines, particularly during pitches and tenders.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire others towards common objectives and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.