Design Manager – Façade & Cladding
Design Manager – Façade & Cladding
Location: Leicester
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 (DOE)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join a specialist façade and cladding contractor based in Leicester. This is a key role overseeing the design and technical coordination of external envelope packages across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.
You will manage the design process from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring façade systems are compliant, coordinated, and delivered in line with programme and budget requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the full design lifecycle of façade and cladding packages
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Coordinate architects, structural engineers, façade consultants, and internal teams
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Review and approve technical drawings, fabrication details, and installation information
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Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety standards, and warranty requirements
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Oversee design programmes and ensure timely information release
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Manage RFIs, technical submissions, and client approvals
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Support value engineering and technical problem-solving
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Work closely with commercial and project delivery teams
Requirements
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Proven experience in façade, cladding, curtain walling, or external envelope systems
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Strong technical understanding of rainscreen, SFS, curtain walling, glazing, or aluminium systems
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Knowledge of current fire and façade compliance regulations
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Experience managing consultants and subcontract designers
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Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
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Strong communication and organisational skills
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary of £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
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Established and growing façade specialist
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Varied and technically interesting projects
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Clear progression opportunities within the business