A contractor specialising in Façades is seeking an experienced Facades Design Manager for a permanent role and join their team in Essex.
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Start Date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
Design Management: Lead the development of façade packages from tender through to construction (RIBA Stages 4–6).
Construction Drawings: Produce or review detailed construction drawings, including elevations, fixings, sub-grid layouts, and fabrication-level details.
Design Compliance: Ensure all designs meet fire, acoustic, thermal, structural, and warranty requirements.
Coordination: Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, and suppliers to resolve design issues and maintain buildability.
Programme & Delivery: Maintain design programmes and monitor drawing release dates in line with project sequencing.
Qualifications:
Experience: 5+ years of experience in façade design, with solid exposure to rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, SFS, GRC, and windows/doors.
Software Proficiency: Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit and BIM experience desirable.
Project Management: Confident managing 3–6 projects simultaneously, balancing technical and commercial delivery needs.
Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK regulations, including fire safety, NHBC, CWCT, and warranty compliance.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to manage a diverse and interesting workload, with real technical responsibility.
Work with a tight-knit design team delivering high-quality external envelope solutions.
Room to grow into senior leadership or mentoring roles within the design department.
Flexibility, autonomy, and a team that values precision and practical coordination.
Training and guidance from experienced team members and external training services.
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.
