Design Manager – Facades & Cladding

I'm currently working with a leading façade contractor who is looking to appoint a Design Manager to join their expanding technical team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a business delivering high-profile façade projects across the residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors. You'll play a key role in coordinating the design process, ensuring technical compliance and supporting successful project delivery from pre-construction through to completion.

The Role:

* Managing the façade design process from tender stage through to project completion

* Coordinating architects, consultants, clients and internal project teams

* Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical submissions

* Managing external design consultants and specialist subcontract designers

* Ensuring designs comply with current regulations, including fire safety requirements

* Resolving technical design issues and supporting site teams throughout delivery

* Monitoring design programmes to ensure key milestones are achieved

What I'm Looking For:

* Proven experience as a Design Manager within the façade or cladding sector

* Strong technical understanding of rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, glazing or external envelope systems

* Experience managing the full design lifecycle on façade projects

* Good knowledge of current building regulations and industry standards

* Excellent communication, coordination and problem-solving skills

What's On Offer:

* £65,000 – £85,000 salary depending on experience

* Hybrid working

* Opportunity to work on landmark façade projects

* Long-term career progression within an established and growing contractor

* Supportive and collaborative technical team

If this sounds of interest, feel free to get in touch for more details