A leading façade and glazing specialist contractor is currently looking for a permanent Experienced Glazing Designer to design and develop aluminium glazing and façade systems from concept through to fabrication and installation in Kent.
Start Date: Immediate Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum (DOE) Contract: Permanent Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday) — 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM start available for those travelling longer distances Hybrid Working: 1 day per week from home
Duties:
Design and develop aluminium glazing and façade systems from concept through to fabrication and installation
Produce detailed design drawings, calculations, and schedules in line with project and consultant requirements
Work with proprietary systems including Aluprof, Schüco, Reynaers, and Technal
Use LogiKal and SchüCal for design, technical outputs and material take-offs
Interpret and respond to façade consultant specifications, architectural drawings, and performance requirements
Specify glazing solutions including glass types, build-ups, coatings, and performance criteria
Ensure designs comply with Approved Documents, relevant BSI / British Standards, and project-specific regulations
Coordinate with internal teams, façade consultants, architects, contractors, and site teams, including supporting site queries and RFIs
Support value engineering, technical queries, design reviews, and site-related technical support
Maintain accurate and compliant design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
Attend site surveys and project meetings as required to resolve technical issues
Requirements:
Proven experience in a Glazing Designer role
Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Structural Engineering or a related discipline
Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD
Strong working knowledge of Aluprof, Schüco, Reynaers, and Technal systems
Proficient in LogiKal and SchüCal
Demonstrable experience specifying glass and glazing solutions
Sound knowledge of Approved Documents and relevant BSI / British Standards
Experience with curtain walling, doors, windows, and complex façade interfaces
Familiarity with BIM environments and coordination processes
Strong technical detailing, problem-solving, and project coordination skills
If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.
