CAD Designer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Serving Sussex and the surrounding areas, we are the leading company in bespoke garden room construction, design and planning. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a talented Sketchup designer and Account Manager. The candidate will be capable of managing projects from concept to completion whilst building client and supplier relationships.
This is advertised as a Monday to Friday role, but we are willing to hear from candidates who can work four days a week. The candidate will work alongside our director and architectural technician at an office in Haywards Heath and remotely on other days.
As the job role will involve client visits, easy access to areas such as Horsham, Haywards Heath, Brighton, Worthing, Guildford, Sevenoaks is required. Many of our jobs are not accessible via public transport and so a vehicle & driving licence are required (with fuel reimbursed).
Responsibilities:
- To collaborate with our clients to understand their requirements, preferences and budget for their garden room project.
- To design innovative garden room designs using Sketchup that align with our client's needs.
- Where necessary, carry out local site visits to clients ahead of preparing their garden room design. (Fuel to be reimbursed)
- To prepare 3D renderings and detailed quotations.
- Work closely with our carpentry team by creating design plans and making sure these are implemented.
- Liaising with suppliers on lead-times and sourcing new suppliers where necessary for more unique projects.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing regular updates, addressing concerns and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project cycle.
- Assist with social media graphics and images via Canva or Photoshop.
- Visiting completed jobs to take photographs that can be used in our promotional material.
Qualifications & Skills required:
- Experience in design software such as AutoCAD, Sketchup or similar tools.
- Driving licence.
- Proven experience in design & account management with a portfolio showcasing successful projects (Desired, but not necessary if you are at the start of your career)
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and our team.
- An entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for creativity and business development.
Benefits:
- Option to work from home for part of the week.
- Work with a young, enthusiastic team.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Grow with our business! The right person could become a long term stakeholder in our company.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Haywards Heath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Sketchup: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CAD Designer roles across Miniature Manors's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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