At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands.
With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients.
Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other.
At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.
Role Profile:
As Senior Consultant, FF&E in our London studio, you will lead the delivery of world-class furniture solutions across the region. You will be the FF&E expert on our projects, making sure every furniture package is commercially sound, delivered to a high standard and true to the client’s brand, while mentoring junior consultants and helping shape how our FF&E team works.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Furniture Scheduling: Lead the development of detailed furniture schedules from drawings, design proposals and project briefs.
- FF&E Advisory: Give clients expert, proactive guidance on furniture solutions that meet project requirements, budgets, lead times and sustainability goals.
- Client Engagement: Act as a senior point of contact in client meetings, workshops and presentations, giving clients clarity and confidence in the FF&E direction.
- Commercial Ownership: Own FF&E costing, commercial proposals and value engineering to make sure projects are profitable and accurately priced.
- Procurement & Negotiation: Support procurement, negotiation and vendor selection to get the best value and performance for each project.
- Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers and project stakeholders to support quality and commercial outcomes.
- Quality & Compliance: Oversee compliance with project specifications, standards and installation quality through site visits and coordination.
- Project Planning & Risk: Give senior input on project resourcing, timelines and risk management.
- Continuous Improvement: Embed best practice, efficient processes and technology across FF&E workflows.
- Team Development: Coach and support junior team members, and share knowledge to build the team’s capability.
Experience you will have:
- Extensive experience in commercial furniture, FF&E design and/or furniture installation in workplace or commercial environments.
- Experience in a furniture dealership, manufacturer or workplace design & build environment (highly advantageous).
- Deep familiarity with specifying commercial furniture products, systems and manufacturers.
- Proven commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with experience managing fees, proposals and vendor agreements.
- A strong understanding of drawings, specifications and installation operations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, presentation and communication skills.
- Experience mentoring or supporting others and contributing to team development.
- A qualification in a design, procurement or business discipline.
- Proficiency in design tools, desktop publishing and CAD software (preferred).
- Additional languages are an advantage.
What We Offer
In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and travel opportunities across our global offices. Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development, and a focus on well-being.
Join Us
If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world’s most recognisable commercial design projects, then please apply through our careers page
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle where required by applicable law.
Inclusion & Diversity
At Unispace, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, our culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive.
Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.