Cladding Designer

Location: Wembley (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Sector: Façades | Cladding | Building Envelope

The Opportunity

I am currently working with an established specialist façade and cladding contractor that is looking to strengthen its design team with an experienced Cladding Designer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a designer with around 4–5 years' experience within the cladding industry, ideally gained working for a contractor, who is looking to take the next step in their career and work on a variety of technically challenging façade projects.

You will be involved in the design and technical development of cladding packages from initial concept through to construction, working closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients.

The Role
As a Cladding Designer, you will be responsible for:

Producing detailed cladding and façade design drawings for construction.
Developing designs from architectural information through to detailed fabrication and installation drawings.
Working across a range of cladding and façade systems.
Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and project information.
Producing detailed technical drawings, sections, elevations and details.
Working closely with project and site teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable.
Liaising with clients, architects, engineers, manufacturers and subcontractors.
Identifying and resolving technical design issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Supporting the coordination of cladding packages and ensuring designs meet project requirements.
Making amendments to drawings in response to technical queries and site requirements.
Contributing to the delivery of projects from design stage through to completion.

About You
The ideal candidate will have:

4–5 years' experience within the cladding/façade industry.
Previous experience working for a cladding or façade contractor.
Strong understanding of cladding systems and façade construction.
Experience producing detailed technical and construction drawings.
Good knowledge of how façade and cladding systems are installed on site.
Ability to interpret architectural drawings and develop them into detailed construction information.
Experience working collaboratively with project managers, engineers and site teams.
Strong attention to detail and technical problem-solving ability.
Proficiency in relevant CAD/design software.
A practical understanding of buildability and construction sequencing.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join a specialist façade contractor with an established presence within the industry.

You will have the opportunity to work on a range of cladding and façade projects, developing your technical design experience while working closely with experienced project and delivery teams.

Salary: Up to £50,000 depending on experience.

If you are an experienced Cladding Designer with a contractor background and are considering your next move, I would be keen to speak with you.

How to Apply?

Please send your up-to-date CV to c.hanson@purobuild.com or contact me directly on 0208 912 1730 for a confidential discussion.