Ref: DT447
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Job sectors:
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• Facade and Cladding
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CAD software:
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• AutoCAD 2D
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Experience:
• Knowledge of the glazing / facade / curtain walling sector
• Previous technical CAD experience
• Experience liaising with clients and architects - Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
- Location: London (inside M25), Dartford
Job description
CADagency is delighted to be working with a Design, Manufacture and Installation company specialising in building curtain walling, glazing and cladding. There is a current requirement for an additional member to join the existing design team on a permanent, full time basis.
For this role, you will report to the Technical Director and ensure the company’s design commitments are delivered effectively, efficiently, on-time, to specification and in a cost effective manner.
On a daily basis your job will involve the following
- Prepare high quality GA drawings for rain screen cladding, curtain walling, windows, doors, louvered grilles etc
- Liaise with architects and main contractors
- Work to an estimate and project specification
- Have and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the products offered by the company
- Reading all forms of design related drawings and specifications
- Undertake site visits and meetings as required by the company in relation to the design process
- Attend co-ordination meetings both internally and externally
- Liaising with internal departments to gain the required information to complete design
- Attend any internal meetings and workshops required
- Attend any supplier related training as needed.(including overnight stays)
- Assisting with administrative duties.
Key Skills
- Knowledge of the Fenestration Industry and the route to market for the company’s products
- Experience of system house Sapa, Technal, Scheuco, Kawneer etc. beneficial but not essential
- Design / technical experience of window, door, curtain wall systems
- Understanding architect requirements
- Excellent numerical skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Computer Literate in use of industry related software, Microsoft and CAD
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Familiarisation with current Building Regulations beneficial but not essential
- Familiarisation with main contractor external portal access document controlling such as ASite, 4P etc. beneficial but not essential
Key Attributes
- A professional and positive working approach
- Team Player and able to work on own initiative
- Self-motivated & enthusiastic
- Highly Organised and efficient
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Have a background within the fenestration industry
- Maintain performance in line with the company’s business plan and objectives
- Office environment performance expectation is to work well in a team with the other colleagues, carry out all tasks in a professional manner and effectively communicate with both internal and external parties
- Proactive with an enthusiasm and determination to improve yourself, the process and business where possible
Qualifications
- GCSE A-C Maths and English minimum
- Current UK Driving licence
- 5 years minimum industry experience relating to fenestration design