CAD Designer (Rainscreen Cladding)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + package
Location: Stockport
Your new company
Our client is a specialist faade and building envelope contractor delivering bespoke external solutions to a wide range of commercial and residential projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative, design-led approach, they provide high-quality rainscreen cladding, aluminium faades, and architectural detailing from concept through to completion. Due to sustained growth and a healthy order book, they are now looking to expand their design team with the appointment of an experienced CAD Designer.
Your new role
Our client is seeking a CAD Designer with proven experience in
rainscreen cladding systems
to join their growing technical team based in Stockport. Working closely with project managers, estimators, and clients, you will be responsible for producing accurate and detailed 2D and 3D drawings for a variety of faade projects, ensuring all designs meet specification, buildability, and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities will include:
Producing high-quality
technical drawings, elevations, and fabrication details
for rainscreen cladding systems and associated components.
Preparing and revising
CAD models
for tender, design, and construction stages.
Liaising with
architects, contractors, and suppliers
to clarify design details and resolve technical queries.
Contributing to
value engineering
and design optimisation to improve project efficiency and aesthetics.
Assisting with
material take-offs
and ensuring drawings align with project budgets and schedules.
Supporting the project delivery team throughout installation, offering design and technical support when required.
Maintaining accurate design documentation and adhering to internal QA procedures.
What you will need to succeed:
Proven background as a
CAD Designer / Faade Technician
within the building envelope or rainscreen cladding sector.
Proficiency in
AutoCAD
(and ideally Revit or SolidWorks for 3D modelling).
Strong understanding of
faade systems, aluminium detailing, and fixing methods .
Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to producing accurate, buildable designs.
Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
HNC/HND or degree in a relevant field (Construction, Design, or Engineering) preferred.
What you get in return:
Competitive salary of
£35,000 - £45,000, plus a tailored benefits package.
Opportunity to work on
architecturally impressive, technically challenging projects
across the UK.
Collaborative, forward-thinking environment where
innovation and precision are valued .
Continuous professional development and support from an experienced management team.
Modern office facilities with free parking and excellent transport links.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented CAD Designer looking to develop their career within a progressive faade specialist known for delivering quality, bespoke solutions.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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