Cladding Designer

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A design firm in Manchester is seeking a Cladding Designer to join their team. The role involves producing construction drawings, managing project documentation, and ensuring designs are practical and buildable. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in cladding design, proficiency in AutoCAD, and strong communication skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

38-hour week with early finish on Fridays

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a cladding design role, preferably with aluminium façades.
• Strong knowledge of construction assembly and detailing is required.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate construction and fabrication stage drawings.
• Record and issue RFIs while documenting changes.
• Prepare BoM sheets and site/fixings lists for each project.

Skills

Cladding design expertise

Knowledge of construction assembly

Proficiency in AutoCAD

BIM project understanding

Strong communication skills

Education

A-Level or equivalent education

Tools

2D & 3D AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Revit

Job description

Overview

We are hiring a Cladding Designer to join an established design team in Manchester. This is a permanent position, offering the chance to work on a variety of façade projects, producing accurate and buildable designs while supporting the wider operations team.

Details

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Thursday), 08:00 - 15:00 (Friday), 38 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Producing accurate construction and fabrication stage drawings
• Recording and issuing RFIs, ensuring changes are properly documented
• Attending design team huddles and design review meetings as required
• Preparing accurate BoM sheets and site/fixings lists for each project
• Managing project documentation in line with filing procedures
• Logging time allocations and maintaining project progress records
• Supporting the design process to ensure systems are practical, safe, and buildable
• Continuing professional development and training to stay ahead of industry standards

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a cladding design role (aluminium façades preferred)
• Strong knowledge of construction assembly and detailing
• Proficiency in 2D & 3D AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor (Revit desirable)
• Understanding of BIM project delivery and ability to read architectural drawings
• A-Level or equivalent education (construction-related qualifications beneficial)
• Strong communication skills, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Package

• 38-hour week with early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary package (depending on experience)
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV