Job Overview
A leading specialist contractor within hard metal roofing, cladding and flat roofing is looking to appoint a BIM Designer to strengthen its in‑house design capability during a period of sustained growth. With a team of around 55 to 60 staff and a turnover in the region of £23m, the business is known for quality, craftsmanship and reliable delivery across a wide range of UK projects. This is a genuine long‑term opportunity to join an established contractor where design is central to successful installation, and where you will have real ownership of your work and direct collaboration with delivery teams.
This position suits a designer who enjoys producing buildable, compliant solutions and wants variety across schemes. You will be responsible for creating and coordinating 2D drawings and 3D models, supporting Building Control and compliance submissions, and ensuring information is issued clearly, accurately and on time. The role is office based in Waltham Abbey, with site surveys and meetings as required.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
* 28 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown
* Pension scheme (NEST)
* Ongoing training and progression
Responsibilities
* Produce high quality 2D construction drawings and coordinated 3D models within agreed programmes
* Develop buildable solutions from architectural intent, surveys and project constraints
* Coordinate multi‑trade information and resolve clashes to deliver cohesive outputs
* Maintain design documentation and processes in line with ISO 9001 requirements
* Support Building Control compliance submissions and manage design deliverables to programme
* Review product technical data for compliance and incorporate into drawings and models
* Attend design meetings with consultants and subcontract designers, leading coordination where required
* Provide technical support to internal teams through design and construction phases
* Undertake site surveys and produce reports on progress, quality and compliance where required
Requirements
* Strong AutoCAD 2‑D capability and strong Revit capability, or a high level in one with the willingness to develop the other
* Ideally 5+ years experience in hard metal roofing, flat roofing and cladding design, or closely related building envelope experience
* Good understanding of Approved Document Part B and NHBC requirements
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines and live projects
* Confident communicating with project teams, consultants, suppliers and subcontract designers
* Full UK driving licence
* Familiarity with document portals such as 4Projects or Aconex is beneficial
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