Designer - Roofing and Cladding

Job Title:

Roofing & Cladding Designer

Location:

Wrexham, UK

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Roofing & Cladding Designer to join their specialist facades division based in Wrexham. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong designer looking to develop their career within a forward-thinking contractor operating across the building envelope sector.

The role offers a clear pathway to Design Management for the right candidate, making it ideal for someone looking to progress into leadership within a growing design team.

Key Responsibilities

Produce detailed roofing and cladding design drawings from concept through to construction stage
Develop technical design solutions for a range of façade, roofing, and external envelope systems
Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure design coordination and buildability
Liaise with architects, consultants, and suppliers to resolve technical queries
Ensure all designs comply with current UK building regulations and industry standards
Assist with material selection and system specification for roofing and cladding packages
Support value engineering and design optimisation initiatives
Participate in design coordination meetings and project reviews
Maintain accurate revision control and technical documentation throughout project lifecycle

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in roofing and cladding design within the construction or façades sector
Strong understanding of building envelope systems, including roofing, rainscreen cladding, and associated components
Proficiency in AutoCAD (essential);
Revit or other 3D modelling software is advantageous
Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings accurately
Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing
Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders
Ability to manage workload across multiple live projects

Desirable Experience

Experience working within façades or specialist envelope contractors
Exposure to commercial, industrial, or large-scale residential projects
Understanding of BIM workflows and collaborative design environments
Knowledge of metal roofing systems, composite panels, or rainscreen systems

Career Progression

This role offers a clearly defined pathway into Design Management. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position within the design function, taking ownership of teams, coordination processes, and project delivery strategy.

Personal Attributes

Detail-focused with strong technical awareness
Proactive and solution-driven mindset
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident working independently and as part of a wider team
Ambitious with a desire to progress into leadership

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £60,000
Based in Wrexham with flexible working considerations
Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting façade and roofing projects
Clear and structured progression route into Design Management
Supportive team environment within a growing specialist division
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