At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning retail designs and manage exciting projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a leading design consultancy known for innovative architectural solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to travel across the UK.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team making a real impact in the retail design world.
- Qualifications: Degree in Architecture or related field with strong AutoCAD skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
An established multidisciplinary design consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Retail Designer to join its Cardiff studio. Renowned for delivering high-quality architectural and retail design solutions across the UK, the practice works with a diverse portfolio of retail clients on new build, refurbishment, and rollout projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, taking ownership of multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while contributing to innovative design solutions from concept through to completion.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Career progression within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of retail projects
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to travel across the UK for project and site involvement
Daily Duties
- Produce high-quality technical retail designs using AutoCAD.
- Develop detailed drawing packages for new build, refurbishment, and rollout projects.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are achieved.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Present design proposals to clients and project stakeholders.
- Carry out site surveys and attend project meetings across the UK.
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitor project progress, identifying risks and escalating issues where appropriate.
- Ensure all designs comply with current building regulations and industry standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvements in design processes and studio workflows.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and uphold client confidentiality.
- Support a collaborative studio culture and contribute to successful project delivery.
Ideal Candidate
- Degree qualified in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
- Substantial years' post-qualification experience within a retail design or architectural environment.
- Highly proficient in AutoCAD with strong technical drawing experience.
- Experience delivering retail fit-out, refurbishment or rollout projects.
- Good understanding of construction methods, materials, and MEP coordination.
- Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and client briefs with confidence.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
- Competent in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Full UK driving licence with no penalty points.
- Willingness to travel across the UK to undertake site surveys and project visits.
Architectural Retail Designer in London employer: Penguin Recruitment
Penguin Recruitment is an excellent employer for Geotechnical Engineers in Cardiff, offering a supportive environment that prioritises career growth and chartership opportunities. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and flexible perks, employees can thrive while working on technically challenging projects that make a real impact.
