Job Description
2D AutoCAD Designer - Hard Metals and Flat Roofing & Cladding
* Location: UK-wide projects
* Job Type: Full-time
* Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Join a leading UK specialist in Hard Metal Roofing, Facades, Cladding Systems, and Flat Roofing. We are seeking an experienced 2D AutoCAD Designer to enhance our professional team known for quality, excellence, and craftsmanship. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects and to make a significant impact during an exciting period of growth.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
* Produce all construction drawings and designs on time, maintaining high quality standards.
* Manage the development and implementation of design proposals, ensuring they meet client expectations and remain financially viable.
* Present proposals for client approval and oversee the design process with your technical expertise.
* Maintain thorough documentation of the design and development process, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 standards.
* Stay updated with changing building legislation and codes of practice relevant to design.
* Coordinate the submission of information for building control compliance and lead the production of design data, bid deliverables, and documentation.
* Oversee the design of multiple projects throughout the contract period, ensuring integration and avoiding conflicts between subcontractor drawings.
* Review technical data to ensure product compliance and integration into designs.
* Provide design and technical support during both the design and construction phases.
* Lead design team meetings and coordinate with consultants and subcontract designers.
* Conduct full site reports from surveys, tracking progress, quality, and compliance.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years of experience in Hard Metal Roofing, Flat Roofing, and Cladding Design.
* High-level competency with AutoCAD and a strong track record of delivering quality design information in line with project requirements.
* Knowledge of approved document part B, NHBC conditions, and familiarity with online document portals like 4projects or Aconex is advantageous.
* Relevant construction/design-related further education; HNC/HND/Degree preferred.
* Excellent organisational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines, and provide high levels of customer care.
* Ability to build and maintain robust internal and external relationships.
* High attention to detail and a solid grasp of core construction principles.
* Effective communication skills, capable of clearly conveying construction concepts visually and verbally.
* Full UK Driving Licence.