Cladding Designer

We are seeking an experienced senior or intermediate level Cladding Designer to join a leading façade contractor.

This role offers hybrid working, requiring at least one office visit and one site visit per week (or two site visits with no office visit in a given week).

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Office Location: Southeast London
Start: ASAP
Package:

• Competitive salary with annual appraisals and progression opportunities


• Company laptop and phone


• 20 days holiday, plus travel expenses for site visits


• Modern office environment with quarterly team events


• Ongoing mentoring and development, with clear routes to senior roles

Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate design and technical drawings, including panel layouts, sub-grids, cladding details, and fabrication drawings


• Work with various cladding materials, fire barriers, fixing types, and insulation systems


• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks effectively under pressure


• Liaise with suppliers, structural engineers, consultants, architects, commercial teams, and site staff


• Carry out site surveys, attend design/progress meetings, and issue RFIs and technical submissions


• Ensure accurate record-keeping, drawing updates, and compliance with U-value and condensation risk requirements


• Contribute to continuous professional development through supplier CPDs and mentoring opportunities

Requirements:

• Engineering, Construction, or Architecture-related qualification (or equivalent experience)


• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D, PDF software, and Microsoft Office/Outlook (3D AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam desirable)


• 3-5 years' experience for Intermediate level, 5+ years for Senior level


• Fluent in written and spoken English


• Driving licence preferred


• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)


• Must be able to provide a PDF portfolio of cladding drawings

Note: Applicants must have proven cladding design experience.

Curtain wall experience alone will not be considered.

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