Cladding & Façades Senior Draughtsperson / Design Manager

Wigan, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Lester Cladding North West is looking to hire an experienced Senior Draughtsperson / Design Manager to join our team.

Facades & SFS Cladding Designer / Draughtsperson Requirements



Ideally,

5 years' AutoCAD experience

within the

cladding and facades

industry.

Revit experience

is an advantage. Excellent

attention to detail

and technical accuracy. Strong communication skills with the ability to

build effective relationships

across design, site, and client teams. Proven experience with

facade and building envelope systems

, including

rainscreen, aluminium cladding

, and

SFS infill wall systems and cavity fire barriers

. Knowledge of

CWCT standards

,

fire compliance

, and

thermal performance requirements

.

Roles & Responsibilities



Design and detail

bespoke facade and SFS solutions

, managing projects from

concept through to completion

. Prepare detailed

design drawings

,

GA layouts

,

sections

, and

connection details

. Issue drawings for

client approval

and produce

full manufacturing and fabrication packages

. Undertake initial

structural interface checks

, including

SFS load paths, bracket layouts, and fixing details

. Produce

fabrication schedules

and coordinate with production teams to ensure accuracy and buildability. Review and cross-check design specifications against project quotations and client/architect requirements -- including

materials, finishes, fire ratings

, and

thermal performance

. Liaise with

site teams, supervisors, and installers

regarding design clarifications and update drawings as required. Manage

document control

-- uploading and downloading drawings and information via client portals, maintaining revision history. Produce and issue

design calculations

, fixing schedules, and relevant supporting documentation.

Progression of the Role & Additional Responsibilities



Attend

design coordination meetings

(on-site or via Teams) to present and review technical proposals. Liaise directly with

clients, architects, and engineers

as part of the collaborative design process. Review and interpret

architectural and structural drawings

, raising RFIs and design queries where required. Conduct

site surveys and measurements

to verify as-built conditions and ensure design accuracy. Liaise with

system manufacturers and suppliers

to ensure design compliance, material procurement, and technical approvals.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Flexitime Free fitness classes Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3966925
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Wigan, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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