CAD Technician (Roofing & Cladding)

Saxton Recruitment LTD; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor seeks a CAD Technician to join their growing team in the roofing and cladding sector. This position offers progression opportunities, the chance to lead projects, and a supportive environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Laptop and Phone

Paid Holidays

Recognised and rewarded team success

Personable team and relaxed working environment

Qualifications

• Experience with Roofing / Cladding / Envelope contractor.
• Proven track record as CAD Technician or Senior CAD Technician.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design department and mentor junior staff.
• Create and model designs using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ensure designs meet client expectations and are delivered on time.

Skills

AutoCAD

Attention to Detail

Organisation

Tools

Revit

Job description

CAD Technician - Roofing / Cladding / External Envelope

CAD Technician - a leading specialist contractor is searching for a CAD Technician to join their growing delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CAD Technician to join an expanding external envelope contractor delivering innovative roofing and cladding solutions for main contractors.

Why Apply:

Our client is an established privately-owned business which works closely with an impressive list of Tier 1 and Tier 2 building contractors to deliver high-quality single ply, hot melt, felt & living roofing alongside facades installations.

The business is growing through securing repeat work from existing clients and gaining new business through reputation. In the last two years they have doubled turnover to over £15m which is creating excellent career opportunities for the team.

The CAD Technician will review clients specifications, surveys and manufacturers design information to produce designs, ensure all construction drawings and designs are produced on time to a high standard. They will also manage the development and implementation of design proposals and ensure they meet the clients expectations.

This exciting and autonomous role will see you oversee projects from early engagement to construction with a supportive team around you. You will also lead and mentor a Junior / Graduate to draw, create and model innovative designs within clients budgets. This role requires you to use AutoCAD software.

This role would suit a CAD Technician / Senior CAD Technician or a Draughtsman, ideally from a Cladding or Roofing industry, looking for a step up into team leadership, to manage junior designers, assist on the design of high-value projects and have the opportunity to progress within the business.

Key Benefits:
- Leading specialist contractor with full-order book of work
- Excellent opportunities for progression and development
- Personable team and relaxed working environment
- Team is recognised and rewarded for success

Requirements:
- Experience working with a Roofing / Cladding / Envelope contractor
- Experience working as a CAD Technician / Senior CAD Technician
- Sound knowledge of building regulations and building standards
- Strong AutoCAD experience
- High levels of organisation and attention to detail

Key Duties:
- Lead the design department and mentor a graduate
- Using portals to upload drawings and confirm approvals
- Use AutoCAD and Revit to create, draw and model innovative designs
- Responsible for creating detailed technical drawings and plans for various projects
- Ensuring information is passed between departments and provide technical support

Salary & Package:
- Basic Salary £42,500 - £52,500
- Company Pension Scheme
- Laptop and Phone
- Paid Holidays

To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record as a Senior CAD Technician for a Roofing or Cladding or External Envelope specialist.

For any further information on this CAD Technician vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on 07776 194180.

Key Roles - CAD Technician / Senior CAD Technician / Draughtsman

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