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Space Planning

We are continually seeking Permanent and Contractor candidates to fill a variety of Space Planning positions, from Junior Apprentice level to Senior Planner level.

We regularly have vacancies with a broad range of companies involved in delivering Architectural, Facilities Management and Interior Design Services throughout the UK.

For specific, current vacancies, please contact a member of our team.

Enclosed is a basic summary of the core skills we seek in Junior - Middle Level and experienced Space Planner applications.

When forwarding your CV to ourselves, please quote Skill Level (JL1, MK1 or SP1) that you believe best describes your past experience.

Junior Level Space Planner (JL1)
Core Skills:

  • Proficient in the use of AutoCAD (Minimum 2 years experience)
  • Ability to accurately undertake site surveys, interpret and implement a client brief
  • Able to transpose surveys into accurate CAD drawings
  • Good understanding of space planning exercise by liaison with Relationship Managers and clients
  • Thorough knowledge of furniture products
  • Familiarity with MS Office products (PowerPoint specifically)
  • Able to work on own initiative on client site
  • Able to prioritise

Mid-Level Space Planner (MK1)
Core Skills

All of the above skills, together with:

  • Possess a relevant qualification (e.g. Interior Design), or have a Minimum of 3 years extensive Space planning experience
  • Undertake accommodation studies, create reports and make recommendations
  • Demonstrate a creative and innovative flair
  • Be fully capable of undertaking small design projects on own initiative
  • Have a sound knowledge of MS Office, particularly PowerPoint
  • Be capable of producing high quality presentation material
  • Possess the confidence to present to clients
  • Remain aware of latest trends in the Industry
  • Have a thorough knowledge of Interior Design products and services
  • Produce detailed drawings that can be passed without referral by the Senior Designer
  • Occasionally show involvement in project implementation and project management
  • Liaise with other contractors

Senior Space Planner (SP1)
Core Skills

All of the above skills, together with:

  • Minimum of five years experience
  • Ability to work on a number of projects simultaneously, completing them on time and within budgeted hours for the particular project
  • Supervise other staff and monitor the progress (within work and budget constraints)
  • Share knowledge
  • Proactively develop appropriate knowledge, at work and via self-development initiatives
  • Promote the employment company externally
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