Rainscreen Cladding Designer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking a Rainscreen Cladding Designer to join their expanding technical design team. This role involves creating detailed design drawings, collaborating with project managers, and ensuring compliance with standards for high-profile building projects. With a competitive salary and opportunity for career progression, this position is aimed at creative professionals looking to make their mark in iconic developments.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Full benefits package

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Supportive, inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong CAD skills essential; Revit or 3D modelling advantageous.
• Solid understanding of aluminium systems and insulation.
• Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed rainscreen cladding design drawings using AutoCAD or Revit.
• Develop fabrication and installation drawings in coordination with teams.
• Ensure compliance with CWCT, NHBC, and British Standards.

Skills

CAD skills

3D modelling

understanding of aluminium systems

attention to detail

communication skills

Job description

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Location: UK (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

Salary: £35,000-£45,000+ per annum, depending on experience

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Shape Skylines. Define Architecture. Elevate Your Career.

We are working on some of the UK most iconic commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. As we expand their high-performing technical design team, we are seeking a Rainscreen Cladding Designer with the creativity, precision, and ambition to contribute to landmark projects from concept to completion.

? Key Responsibilities:

• Produce fully detailed rainscreen cladding design drawings using AutoCAD or Revit.
• Develop fabrication and installation drawings in coordination with structural and architectural teams.
• Solve complex detailing challenges involving insulation, weatherproofing, thermal breaks, and interface junctions.
• Work closely with project managers, façade consultants, and main contractors on design coordination.
• Ensure compliance with CWCT, NHBC, and relevant British Standards.

? What We’re Looking For:

• Strong CAD skills essential; Revit or 3D modelling advantageous.
• Solid understanding of aluminium systems, subframes, fire stopping, and wind load performance.
• Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings with strong attention to detail.
• A collaborative, proactive approach with excellent communication skills.

? What’s On Offer:

• Work on high-profile, design-led architecture with real global visibility.
• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and full benefits package.
• Mentorship and CPD from some of the UK's most respected façade professionals.
• Opportunity to influence award-winning projects across sectors.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture with career progression at its core.