Design Manager - Facades & Cladding

Design Manager - Facades & Cladding

Full-Time 60000 - 75000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Cityscape Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design process for exciting facade projects from start to finish.
  • Company: Join a top facade contractor known for high-profile projects.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a chance to work on innovative designs.
  • Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities to collaborate and innovate.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the construction industry with your design expertise.
  • Qualifications: Experience in facade design and strong technical knowledge required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.

I am 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 will 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

Design Manager - Facades & Cladding employer: Cityscape Recruitment

Join a leading façade contractor renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in delivering high-profile projects across various sectors. With a collaborative work culture that fosters creativity and professional growth, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a supportive environment that values teamwork. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers the chance to work on exciting projects while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and competitive benefits.

Cityscape Recruitment

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