Facade Design Manager

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