Technical Survey and Design Manager
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
£38000 - £48000 per annum
Permanent
Technical Survey and Design Manager
Barry
£38,000 to £48,000 depending on experience
A leading provider of bespoke design solutions, seeks a dynamic Technical Survey and Design Manager to lead their team in Barry.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to spearhead high-precision surveys, manage technical design projects, and contribute to innovative initiatives.
This is a new role to the business and they are looking to improve the customer experience by giving their clients one point of contact to coordinate the whole process . This will be a hands on role but will also include the management of a small team of designers and will lead to becoming a key member of the management team
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Sales designers to ensure seamless project transitions.
- Liaise with customers to schedule visits, discuss project details, and obtain sign-off on drawings.
- Educate customers about project processes, restrictions, limitations, and expectations.
- Prepare survey documents for technical drawing purposes
- Create technical drawings for customer sign-off.
- Coordinate purchase orders and liaise with suppliers.
- Program technical designs into manufacturing software for CNC.
- Utilise software like SketchUp, Staircon, Alpha cam, or similar for design tasks.
- Develop installation instructions and provide remote support for on-site installations.
- Manage the technical team fostering a collaborative environment.
- Support Research and Development initiatives to drive innovation within the company.
- Provide technical support to address live issues
Requirements:
- Proven experience in technical surveying, design, project management, and team leadership.
- Proficiency in CAD software and other technical tools.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as required.
This is a great opportunity to put your stamp on a role and be a key member of the management team. The company is a leader in their field providing products of exceptional quality pushing the boundaries technically.

