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 #technicalpartners