Designer - Roofing and Cladding

  • Technical Partners
  • 18/09/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

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