Technical Design Manager / Senior Façades Designer
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Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum
Sector: Construction / Façades / High-Rise Recladding / Building Envelope
Employment Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
Hill McGlynn are currently working with an established specialist façade contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Technical Design Manager / Senior Façades Designer to join their team, based from their offices in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced façade design professional with a strong background in the high-rise recladding sector to take a senior position within the design function. The successful candidate will have experience working across a range of façade and building-envelope systems, including rainscreen cladding, brick slips, EWI, decking, curtain walling and windows, alongside experience supporting the preparation and coordination of Building Safety Regulator (BSR) submissions. You will also play an important role in the management and development of Design Team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring projects are delivered to the required design, compliance and quality standards.
The Role
As Technical Design Manager / Senior Façades Designer, you will take responsibility for the design and technical coordination of façade and recladding projects, while supporting and managing members of the wider design team.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Managing the façade design process across high-rise recladding projects.
- Producing and reviewing detailed façade designs using AutoCAD.
- Coordinating the design of rainscreen cladding systems, brick slips, EWI, decking, curtain walling and windows.
- Supporting the preparation, coordination and delivery of BSR submissions.
- Managing and supporting members of the Design Team.
- Reviewing drawings and technical information produced by internal designers and external specialists.
- Providing technical guidance, mentoring and support to less experienced members of the team.
- Coordinating architects, façade consultants, engineers, manufacturers and specialist subcontractors.
- Developing construction details and ensuring designs are practical, buildable and compliant.
- Reviewing architectural, structural and specialist design information to identify clashes and coordination issues.
- Managing design programmes and information release schedules.
- Responding to technical queries and RFIs throughout project delivery.
- Attending and contributing to design, client and project meetings.
- Working closely with project, commercial and site teams to resolve design and buildability issues.
- Ensuring designs meet project specifications, Building Regulations and relevant building-safety requirements.
- Supporting projects throughout design, construction, installation and handover.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Technical Design Manager or Senior Façades Designer with specialist knowledge of high-rise recladding and façade systems.
You Will Ideally Have
- Previous façade design experience within the high-rise recladding sector - essential.
- Experience Preparing, Coordinating Or Supporting BSR Submissions - Essential.
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Technical Design Manager/ Senior Facades Designer in Potters Bar employer: Hill McGlynn Recruitment
Hill McGlynn is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, where you can take on a pivotal role in high-rise recladding projects. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides opportunities to work alongside seasoned professionals in the construction and building safety sectors, ensuring that your contributions are valued and impactful. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and compliance, making it a rewarding place for those looking to advance their careers in technical and design management.
