Senior Steel Designer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Steel Designer to join a growing architectural metalwork team.

This role is suited to someone with a strong background in designing architectural steel elements such as staircases, handrails, balustrades, and feature stair structures, with the ability to produce detailed drawings for fabrication and installation.

Location: West London Office Based
Salary: £45k - £50k per annum
Working Hours: 8:00 - 17:00

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings for architectural metalwork including staircases, balustrades, handrails, balconies, gates, railings, canopies, and bespoke steel structures


• Create accurate fabrication drawings, general arrangements, and technical detailing to support workshop production and site installation


• Review architectural drawings and project specifications to develop practical and buildable metalwork solutions


• Coordinate with architects, engineers, project managers, and fabrication teams to resolve design queries and ensure smooth project delivery


• Ensure all designs comply with relevant building regulations, structural requirements, and industry standards


• Prepare material schedules, component lists, and cutting details for manufacturing purposes


• Revise and update designs based on engineering input, client feedback, or site constraints


• Carry out design coordination and clash checks with other building elements where required


• Provide technical support to both workshop and site teams during fabrication and installation stages


• Attend site visits or surveys when required to obtain accurate measurements and design information


• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle


• Contribute to value engineering and design improvements to enhance buildability and efficiency

Requirements:

• Ideally 3-5 years' experience in architectural metalwork design


• Background working on elements such as staircases, balustrades, handrails, and feature steelwork


• Strong experience using Tekla for modelling and detailing (preferred)


• Ability to produce high-quality fabrication and general arrangement drawings


• Good understanding of architectural steel and structural metalwork systems


• Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, and fabrication teams


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple design tasks simultaneously

Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.