A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
About this role
Façade Designer – AutoCAD (Office‑Based)
Full‑time | Permanent
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary up to £38,000
Benefits
Modern open‑plan office built by the team
On‑site gym
Smart/casual environment
Strong social culture
Great benefits package as part of a wider, well‑established group
Supportive team structure with direct access to experienced designers and managers
Clear development pathway with an amazing opportunity to learn, grow and progress
Overview
A growing façades contractor is looking for a Façade Designer with strong AutoCAD skills to join the design team. The role is office‑based and works closely with the Design Manager on live projects across cladding, SFS and wider external envelope packages.
The business delivers high‑quality façade solutions including cladding, glazing, fire remediation, insulated render systems, metal roofing and full building‑envelope design for commercial, residential and public‑sector projects across the UK. The wider group is established, successful and expanding, with the façades division already achieving strong turnover in its early years of trading.
This environment suits someone motivated, reliable and keen to build a long‑term career in façade design.
Key Responsibilities
Produce accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings, details and setting‑out information
Support the Design Manager with daily design tasks
Carry out site surveys and measures (around twice per month)
Update and maintain technical submissions
Upload drawings and documents to client portals
Prepare material schedules and assist with procurement information
Interpret architectural and structural drawings
Assist with design queries and coordination
Ensure drawings meet project requirements and technical standards
Work with project teams to support delivery
All work will be overseen and checked, with full training provided
Requirements
Essential
Minimum 6 months’ experience in construction design
Proficient in AutoCAD
Understanding of construction drawings
Full UK driving licence
Confident communicator
Keen to learn and progress
Comfortable working in an office environment
Backgrounds that suit this role
CAD Technician (construction)
Architectural Technician (junior level)
Junior Designer within a subcontractor
Design Assistant with AutoCAD experience
Graduate or trainee with CAD skills and construction exposure
Projects & Workload
Typical façade packages: £700k – £2m, with larger schemes also delivered
Mix of cladding, SFS, glazing interfaces, flashings, copings and external envelope details
Opportunity to gain full exposure to façade design processes
Working Environment
Modern open‑plan office built by the team
On‑site gym
Smart/casual environment
Strong social culture
Supportive team with direct access to experienced designers and managers
Opportunity
This role offers an amazing opportunity to learn and progress within a fast‑expanding division delivering high‑performance façade solutions across the UK. Training is provided, and progression is available for the right person.