Job Description

Job Title: Design Technician / Designer – Drylining & Partitions
Location: London (site/office hybrid, occasional site visits)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Company
A well-established drylining subcontractor delivering partitions, ceilings, and SFS packages on commercial and residential projects across London. Known for strong tier-1 main contractor relationships and a growing project pipeline.
Role Overview
We're looking for a Designer to join the technical team, producing detailed drylining and partition drawings from architect's intent through to construction-ready output. You'll work closely with the estimating, procurement, and site delivery teams to ensure designs are buildable, compliant, and aligned with programme.
Key Responsibilities

• Produce GA drawings, setting-out drawings, and detail drawings for drylining, partitions, ceilings, and SFS systems
• Interpret architect's and structural engineer's information (RIBA/tier-1 drawings) and develop into construction-ready packages
• Coordinate with M&E and structural design teams to resolve clashes
• Ensure designs meet relevant fire, acoustic, and building regulation requirements
• Liaise with manufacturers (e.g. British Gypsum, Knauf, Siniat) on system specifications and details
• Support the estimating team with take-offs and technical queries during tender
• Attend design team meetings and site coordination meetings as required
• Manage drawing registers and revision control (CDE)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Designer/Design Technician within a drylining, partitions, or interior fit-out subcontractor
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience highly desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of SFS, GRG, and drylining systems
• Understanding of fire and acoustic performance requirements for partition/ceiling systems
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
• Good communication skills — comfortable liaising with clients, main contractors, and site teams
• CSCS card (desirable)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + benefits
• Genuine progression within a growing technical team
• Involvement in high-profile commercial and residential projects across London