Technical Designer & Project Manager – Retail Interior Design Company – Cape Town

Position: Project Coordinator / Technical Designer
Sector: Retail Roll-Outs
Level: Mid-Level
Location: Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
Salary: R22,000 – R35,000 (based on experience)
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Step into a Role That’s More Than Just Drawing.
Are you an Interior Designer or Architectural Draughtsperson who’s ready to shift gears? This isn’t your typical behind-the-screen drafting job. If you’re looking to expand into a more hands-on, problem-solving, coordination-focused role, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re a well-established design firm in Cape Town with a 30+ year track record of shaping retail spaces for some of the biggest names in fashion, food, and lifestyle across South Africa and beyond. You’ll be part of a driven and collaborative team, working closely on the national roll-out programme of a major grocery retail brand.
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What You’ll Do
• Translate brand standards into physical spaces across the country.
• Dive deep into the shopfitting and construction process—understanding how everything fits together from concept to execution.
• Visit sites regularly—you’ll be out in the field, not just behind a desk.
• Create detailed site reports, flag any design challenges, and provide feedback to your team.
• Keep the communication lines open with clients, contractors, architects, and shopfitters.
• Coordinate multiple store fit-outs at once, track drawings, and manage documentation flow.
• Be ready to jump in with quick drawing revisions when needed (Revit skills essential).
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What You Bring
• A relevant qualification in Interior Design or Architecture (3-year diploma or degree).
• Solid proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• 2–5 years’ experience in retail drafting or a similar role.
• A natural flair for coordination, communication, and detail.
• The ability to juggle deadlines, stay organised, and work independently when needed.
• Flexibility to adapt as projects evolve, and confidence onsite with various stakeholders.
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The Extras
• Annual Leave:
o 15 working days (plus more the longer you stay).
o Approx. 10-day company shutdown in December/January.
• Annual Bonus:
o Based on company performance and individual contribution.
o Paid in February (aligned with financial year-end).
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This Role is for You If…
• You’re technically strong but itching to move beyond drafting into real-world problem-solving.
• You enjoy fast-paced environments where no two days are the same.
• You’re happy getting your boots dirty on site, not just clicking away at a screen.
• You’re a natural at juggling priorities, building relationships, and keeping projects moving.
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Ready to take your next step?
If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we’d love to chat.
Send CVs to: redlinerecruitmentcvs@gmail.com