We are seeking an experienced senior or intermediate level Cladding Designer to join a leading façade contractor. This role offers hybrid working, requiring at least one office visit and one site visit per week (or two site visits with no office visit in a given week).
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) Office Location: Southeast London Start: ASAP Package:
Competitive salary with annual appraisals and progression opportunities
Company laptop and phone
20 days holiday, plus travel expenses for site visits
Modern office environment with quarterly team events
Ongoing mentoring and development, with clear routes to senior roles
Responsibilities:
Produce accurate design and technical drawings, including panel layouts, sub-grids, cladding details, and fabrication drawings
Work with various cladding materials, fire barriers, fixing types, and insulation systems
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks effectively under pressure
Liaise with suppliers, structural engineers, consultants, architects, commercial teams, and site staff
Carry out site surveys, attend design/progress meetings, and issue RFIs and technical submissions
Ensure accurate record-keeping, drawing updates, and compliance with U-value and condensation risk requirements
Contribute to continuous professional development through supplier CPDs and mentoring opportunities
Requirements:
Engineering, Construction, or Architecture-related qualification (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D, PDF software, and Microsoft Office/Outlook (3D AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam desirable)
3–5 years’ experience for Intermediate level, 5+ years for Senior level
Fluent in written and spoken English
Driving licence preferred
Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
Must be able to provide a PDF portfolio of cladding drawings
Note: Applicants must have proven cladding design experience. Curtain wall experience alone will not be considered.
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.
