Facade Designer

Senior Designer Facades / Glazing / Building Envelope

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

Were working with a well-established specialist contractor within the faade and building envelope sector, looking to appoint an experienced Senior Designer to join their growing design team.
This is a key role within the business, focused on delivering high-quality technical design solutions across a range of complex projects.
The Role You will be responsible for producing and managing design deliverables across multiple projects, ensuring all work is delivered on time, compliant, and to the highest technical standards.
Youll also support design management and mentor junior team members, playing a key role in the overall success of the design function.
Key Responsibilities Produce and manage project design deliverables in line with programme requirements
Ensure all designs meet technical and statutory compliance standards
Liaise with estimating and sales teams to support project development
Identify and manage interfaces with adjacent trades and structures
Prepare and manage RFIs and technical queries
Produce technical submittals, GA drawings, and fabrication information
Ensure alignment between design drawings and structural calculations
Coordinate building physics requirements (thermal, acoustic etc.)
Review, revise, and reissue drawings in line with project feedback
Attend and contribute to design and project meetings
Carry out site visits and basic surveys where required
Check and review design outputs from other team members
Provide technical support across internal departments
Health, Safety & Compliance Design with a strong focus on health & safety throughout the project lifecycle
Identify and mitigate design risks and residual hazards
Ensure compliance with current building regulations and safety legislation
Consider sustainability, environmental impact, and project requirements (e.g. BREEAM)
Promote efficient design practices and reduction of waste
What Were Looking For Proven experience in a Senior Design role within facades, glazing, or building envelope
Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and coordination
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Experience producing 2D & 3D technical drawings and fabrication details
Strong communication skills able to work with internal teams and external stakeholders
Leadership ability with experience mentoring junior designers
Good knowledge of technical compliance, specifications, and regulations
Whats On Offer Competitive salary (DOE)
Strong pipeline of high-value, technically challenging projects
Clear progression within a growing business
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Interested? If youre a Senior Designer looking to step into a role with more responsibility, ownership, and long-term progression this is worth a conversation. xwzovoh
Apply now or message directly to discuss in confidence.