Freelance Technical Designer
Posted 1 day ago by mustard | B Corp™
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: A design studio in Central London is seeking a Freelance Technical Designer at the Midweight to Senior level for a full-time, in-office role. The position involves translating design concepts into technical drawings and tender packages while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to work independently. This freelance opportunity offers an immediate start on a rolling contract basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce detailed, coordinated technical drawing packages using AutoCAD (essential)
- Independently prepare and issue comprehensive tender packages, including drawings, specifications, and schedules
- Take ownership of drawing production from concept through to construction issue
- Ensure all drawings are fully resolved, accurate, and aligned with design intent
- Prepare and refine visual and presentation materials using Adobe Photoshop
- Liaise with designers and project managers throughout tender and construction stages
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and project requirements
Key Skills:
- Midweight to Senior level experience in technical design (minimum 4–6+ years preferred)
- Proven experience producing full technical drawing packages and tender documentation
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver complete drawing sets
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (essential)
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
- Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and build processes
- Hospitality project experience is highly desirable
- Strong coordination and communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Comfortable working full-time on-site within a collaborative studio environment
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
A well-established design studio based in Central London is currently seeking an experienced Freelance Technical Designer (Midweight–Senior Level) to join the team on a full-time, in-office basis. This opportunity is ideal for a highly skilled technical designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative studio environment and brings strong technical precision alongside commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
The Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for translating design concepts into comprehensive technical drawing and tender packages. Working closely with design, production, and project teams, they will ensure all documentation is accurate, coordinated, and build-ready. The role requires someone confident working independently — capable of taking ownership of projects and producing all necessary technical drawings and documentation with minimal supervision. This is a full-time, office-based freelance position located in Central London, with an immediate start, offered on a rolling contract basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce detailed, coordinated technical drawing packages using AutoCAD (essential)
- Independently prepare and issue comprehensive tender packages, including drawings, specifications, and schedules
- Take ownership of drawing production from concept through to construction issue
- Ensure all drawings are fully resolved, accurate, and aligned with design intent
- Prepare and refine visual and presentation materials using Adobe Photoshop
- Liaise with designers and project managers throughout tender and construction stages
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and project requirements
Required Experience & Skills:
- Midweight to Senior level experience in technical design (minimum 4–6+ years preferred)
- Proven experience producing full technical drawing packages and tender documentation
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver complete drawing sets
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (essential)
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
- Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and build processes
- Hospitality project experience is highly desirable
- Strong coordination and communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Comfortable working full-time on-site within a collaborative studio environment
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm 1-hour lunch break
What's on Offer: Competitive day rate (dependent on experience) Immediate start Rolling freelance contract Full-time, office-based engagement This is an excellent opportunity for a freelance Technical Designers seeking an immediate start within a dynamic Central London design studio, taking ownership of technically demanding and high-quality projects.