Metalwork Design Coordinator

  • Brown and Carroll
  • Basildon, Essex
  • Feb 04, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Title: Metalwork Pre-Production / Design Coordinator

Location: Basildon, Essex

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About us

For over 30 years, Brown & Carroll has been the name behind some of London's most iconic fit-out projects. From the headquarters of corporate giants like Google to landmark destinations like The Ivy, our uncompromising focus on quality has made us one of the UK's best-known specialists.

Operating from our 50,000 sq ft facility in Basildon, we combine bespoke joinery with world-class architectural metalwork. When you join Brown & Carroll, you are joining a heritage-rich firm that is constantly investing in the future of manufacturing.

About the role

At Brown & Carroll we have a commitment to complete every project on time and on budget, which is why the role of Metalwork Pre-Production / Design Coordinator is so important.

We are currently looking for someone who can generate production drawings/packs for manufacturing purposes, with details to include scheduling and procurement of materials, whilst also providing technical and resolution support for the metalwork department.

You will be responsible for Pre-Production/producing drawings alongside details for manufacture and providing metalwork technical support for all projects.

Key duties

  • Responsible for identifying any potential challenges early in the project and highlighting with the Metalwork Manager in advance
  • Actively provide design resolution for details encountered within the design / manufacture process
  • Produce comprehensive production packs for the metalwork department in various formats, i.e., drawings, sketches, cutting lists etc.
  • Schedule materials and draft CNC components, ensuring the procurement process is undertaken at the earliest opportunity, so not to impede the manufacture period
  • Engage with the Metalwork Manager to achieve the most efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods without compromising the required quality
  • Generate requisitions for the procurement of materials, component parts & sundries etc.
  • Ensure that the metalwork project trackers are kept up to date with all Pre-Production information

About you

  • Essential that you are fluent in AutoCAD 2D
  • Excellent IT Skills, (Microsoft Office)
  • Attention to detail and a strong desire for accuracy
  • Good organisational skills
  • A flexible and proactive approach to work
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Experience within a similar role
  • Must have right to work in the UK (Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship)

What we offer

  • Top-Tier Salary: Competitive base rate plus overtime available
  • Time to Recharge: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Financial Security: Death in Service cover (4x annual salary) and a company pension scheme
  • Healthcare & Perks: Healthcare cash plan, Bounty bonus scheme, and an Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
  • Ease of Access: Free on-site parking and a Ride to Work scheme

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you get in touch now, we look forward to hearing from you!

Candidates with previous experience of Metalwork Pre-Production Coordinator, Pre-Production Planner, CAD Technician, Pre-Production Coordinator, AutoCAD Designer, Architectural Metalwork, Production Planner will also be considered for the role.