Senior Roofing & Cladding Designer
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Working Arrangement: Full-time, office-based with flexible working hours
Location: Oldham - office based with flexible hours
Overview
Our client is a specialist contractor operating within the roofing and cladding sector, delivering high-quality façade and envelope solutions across a range of projects. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Roofing & Cladding Designer to lead and support the design function within the business.
This role would suit a technically strong designer with leadership capability, able to manage complex design packages while supporting and mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design development of roofing and cladding packages from pre-construction through to installation
* Produce and review detailed design, fabrication, and construction drawings
* Provide technical guidance and oversight to designers within the team
* Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and site teams
* Ensure designs comply with project specifications, building regulations, and industry standardsManage design changes, RFIs, and value-engineering solutions
* Attend design meetings and support project coordination
* Assist in developing best practice and improving design processes
Required Experience & Skills
* Proven experience as a Senior Designer within roofing, cladding, or façades
* Strong technical knowledge of roofing and cladding systems and materials
* Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience advantageous)
* Excellent understanding of construction detailing and buildability
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
* Confident communicator with leadership and mentoring capability
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Desirable
* Experience working for a specialist subcontractor
* Knowledge of rainscreen cladding, composite panels, and architectural metalwork
* Familiarity with BIM coordination and clash detection
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary of £45k-£55k
* Full-time, office-based role with flexible working hours
* Long-term career progression within a growing specialist contractor
* Involvement in technically complex and high-profile projects
* Supportive and professional working environment
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