Senior Designer

Job Title

Senior Roofing & Cladding Designer

Salary

£45,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Working Arrangement

Full-time, office-based with flexible working hours

Location

Oldham - office based with flexible hours

Overview

Our client is a specialist contractor operating within the roofing and cladding sector, delivering high-quality façade and envelope solutions across a range of projects. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Roofing & Cladding Designer to lead and support the design function within the business.

This role would suit a technically strong designer with leadership capability, able to manage complex design packages while supporting and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design development of roofing and cladding packages from pre-construction through to installation

* Produce and review detailed design, fabrication, and construction drawings

* Provide technical guidance and oversight to designers within the team

* Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and site teams

* Ensure designs comply with project specifications, building regulations, and industry standards

* Manage design changes, RFIs, and value-engineering solutions

* Attend design meetings and support project coordination

* Assist in developing best practice and improving design processes

Required Experience & Skills

* Proven experience as a Senior Designer within roofing, cladding, or façades

* Strong technical knowledge of roofing and cladding systems and materials

* Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience advantageous)

* Excellent understanding of construction detailing and buildability

* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

* Confident communicator with leadership and mentoring capability

* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Desirable

* Experience working for a specialist subcontractor

* Knowledge of rainscreen cladding, composite panels, and architectural metalwork

* Familiarity with BIM coordination and clash detection

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary of £45k–£55k

* Full-time, office-based role with flexible working hours

* Long-term career progression within a growing specialist contractor

* Involvement in technically complex and high-profile projects

* Supportive and professional working environment