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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