Facade Design Manager (Hybrid)
Job Title: Facade Design Manager
Salary: £52,500 – £62,500
Location: Hybrid (flexible – choose your office days)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a leading specialist in aluminium façade and glazing systems. Reporting directly to the Directors and Preconstruction Manager, you will oversee a team of 3–4 designers while working closely alongside the other Design Manager/Design Lead.
The business is experiencing a period of rapid growth, with a strong pipeline of long-term projects secured. To support this expansion, the design team is growing — making this a fantastic time to join and play a key role in shaping its future.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3–4 designers.
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Share responsibility for design delivery alongside the other Design Manager/Design Lead.
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Oversee detailed drawings and technical submissions for curtain walling, glazing, and aluminium façade projects.
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Ensure designs meet client requirements, project specifications, and industry standards.
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Collaborate with Directors, Preconstruction, and wider project teams to support bids and project planning.
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Drive improvements in design processes, standards, and efficiency.
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Support the long-term strategic growth of the design department.
About You
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Proven track record in design management within façades, glazing, or aluminium systems.
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Strong leadership skills with experience developing teams.
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Excellent technical knowledge of curtain walling, windows, and aluminium systems.
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Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across internal and external stakeholders.
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Organised, proactive, and motivated to contribute to a business at a key stage of growth.
What’s on Offer
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£55,000 – £62,500 salary (depending on experience).
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Hybrid working with complete flexibility to choose your office days.
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A chance to join a business in a major growth phase, offering stability and long-term projects.
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Career progression opportunities as the design team continues to expand.
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The opportunity to make a real impact and be part of an exciting journey