Job reference
251326_1785315075
Company Name
Salary
£35000 - £45000 per annum + Company Benefits
Location
Reading
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
29/07/2026
Closing date
19/08/2026
CAD Planning Designer
Location: Reading
Salary: £35-45,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced AutoCAD Planning Designer to join a busy and expanding residential team in Reading. This role would suit someone with a strong background in preparing planning drawings for housing developments who enjoys working on a variety of residential projects from initial concept through to planning submission. The successful candidate will work alongside planning and technical professionals to produce high-quality drawings for new-build housing and apartment schemes, ensuring designs are accurate, compliant and delivered to project deadlines.
The Role:
* Prepare planning and presentation drawings using AutoCAD.
* Develop site layouts, masterplans and residential floor plans for housing developments.
* Produce elevations and planning drawings for both houses and apartment schemes.
* Revise and update drawings in response to planning, design and client feedback.
* Ensure all work complies with current Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.
* Support the wider design team by providing technical drawing expertise throughout the planning process.
* Maintain accurate drawing records and version control.
* Work across multiple live projects while managing competing priorities.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience producing AutoCAD drawings within the UK residential sector and be confident working on planning-stage developments.
Applicants should demonstrate:
* Strong AutoCAD proficiency.
* Previous experience working on residential housing developments.
* Knowledge of site layouts, floor plans and building elevations.
* An understanding of UK Building Regulations and planning requirements.
* Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to work.
* The ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
* Strong communication skills and the confidence to work collaboratively across departments.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
* Relevant industry experience is essential; formal qualifications are not a prerequisite.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Company pension scheme.
* Health and wellbeing support.
* Free seasonal flu vaccinations.
* Regular team and social events.
* Casual dress policy.
* On-site parking.
* Sick pay.
I look forward to hearing from you soon!