CAD Facade Technician

Cornerstone Project Source; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural and civil engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced CAD Facade Technician to produce high-quality facade drawings. This full-time permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of CAD experience in the facades industry and a strong knowledge of facade systems. You’ll collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with regulations and support design development. Competitive salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 and opportunities for both office-based and remote work are available.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a CAD Technician in the facades industry is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality 2D detail drawings for facade systems.
• Coordinate drawings with structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines.
• Support projects through design development and construction stages.

Skills

AutoCAD

Rainscreen systems knowledge

Facade systems understanding

Communication skills

Tools

Revit

Job description

We are seeking an experienced CAD Facade Technician to join a structural and civil engineering consultancy on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves working closely with internal design teams and external consultants to deliver high-quality facade and building envelope drawings across a range of projects. A hybrid working arrangement is available, combining office-based and remote working.

Location: London
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (office and remote) 2 days hybrid, Monday and Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality 2D detail drawings for facade and building envelope systems including curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, glazing systems, and related interfaces
• Prepare and coordinate general arrangement drawings, detailed sections, elevations, and construction details
• Support the production of shop drawings, fabrication drawings, installation drawings, and as-built documentation
• Develop 3D models to support fabrication drawings and schedules
• Coordinate drawings with structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines
• Ensure all drawings comply with UK building regulations, British Standards, and project specifications
• Manage drawing revisions, document control processes, and issue registers
• Support projects through design development, tender, and construction stages
• Attend coordination meetings as required, either in person or virtually

Requirements

• Proven experience of 2-4 years as a CAD Technician within the facades industry
• Working knowledge of rainscreen systems, window and door systems, and curtain walling
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD
• Experience with Revit and BIM environments is highly advantageous
• Good understanding of facade systems, components, and their functions
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a proactive, cooperative approach

Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.