Timber Frame Designer
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | PE2 9GA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 219938-1121 |
Summary
Timber Frame Designer
Location: Peterborough / Hybrid working
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Join a forward-thinking homebuilder's expanding timber-frame division focused on sustainable, high-quality off-site manufactured timber-framed homes. You'll play a key role in delivering accurate, buildable timber frame designs that drive both manufacturing and site installation teams.
As a Timber Frame Designer, your work will be central to the production process - transforming architectural and structural inputs into detailed design outputs that support efficient timber frame manufacture and on-site construction.
The Role
• Produce precise timber frame design drawings and construction information for manufacturing and site teams.
• Interpret architectural and engineering information to create accurate panel, joist and roof truss designs.
• Supply clear design data to planning and scheduling teams to support efficient production programmes.
• Ensure designs align with technical standards, building regulations and warranty requirements (e.g., NHBC).
• Collaborate closely with internal teams - engineering, production, site management - to resolve technical queries and maintain momentum.
• Produce schedules, cutting lists, and detailed design outputs to support manufacturing and delivery.
• Proven experience in timber frame detailing and design, ideally within residential or off-site construction.
• Proficiency with Autodesk platforms (Revit, AutoCAD) or equivalent design software.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and structural principles relevant to timber frame systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines in a dynamic production environment.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.
• Be at the heart of a growing timber frame operation supporting modern, sustainable housing solutions.
• Work with advanced design tools and industry-leading design standards.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV demonstrating your experience in timber frame design by clicking apply or emailing rhian@thornbaker.co.uk
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