Layout Designer

Location: Persimmon Homes Suffolk

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: 29 May 2025

Salary: Competitive Salary and package

Specific Hours: 36.5

Layout Designer

Job Title: Layout Designer

Location: Great Blakenham, IP6

We’re searching for talented individuals like you! This could be the opportunity to begin building your new possible with us.

At Persimmon, we invest the same dedication into supporting outstanding careers as we do into constructing our homes. A role here is a chance to shape your future, explore new growth opportunities, acquire valuable skills, and unlock your full potential.

What is the role?

This is an exciting opportunity for a Layout Designer to join the Technical Team. The purpose of the role is to support the Technical / Design team to provide a practical and cost effective design / layout service for the regional business.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Production of sketch and AutoCAD layouts for prospective sites efficiently and accurately so that the Management team and Group Design department can assess the viability and make necessary amendments
  • Preparing residential planning layouts with accompanying design statements for submission to the local Authority with accuracy so to maintain the company view whilst accommodating the site constraints
  • Fully understanding the relationships between Group portfolio house types and how the design and layout can be improved efficiently thus maximising on unit size and density, sales and turnover for the region
  • Supporting and co-ordinating the planning application packs with planning colleagues including, but not limited to:- plans, elevations, design and access statements working cohesively to maintain a high standard of work and successful planning consents
  • On occasion attending and promoting the plans at meetings with Planning Authorities and be able to sell your architectural vision effectively to gain confidence and agreement for the project.
  • On occasion to deputise for the Senior Layout Designer to provide support and assistance to the team

What experience do I need?

  • Previous experience working on residential housing schemes, in an architectural practice or for a residential developer
  • AutoCAD technical skills are essential and some Photoshop and Sketch-up experience
  • Ability to perform hand sketches for feasibility studies
  • Ability to use your own initiative and work in a team

Salary & Benefits Package

  • Competitive Salary
  • Company Car/Car Allowance
  • Contributory Pension
  • Life Cover
  • Annual Bonus
  • Employee Benefits Platform

Persimmon is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workforce. We aim to eliminate discrimination and ensure every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.

We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of society and provides equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of their background.

No Agencies, Please – Persimmon does not accept speculative CVs or applications from third-party agencies.

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If you have any questions about the job or application process please contact us at talentacquisition@persimmonhomes.com

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