Senior Design Manager- Facades

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee high-profile façade projects in London. This role offers the chance to lead design from concept to construction, ensuring compliance and influencing technical strategy. With projects valued up to £20M, this position not only promises a competitive salary but also a clear path to directorship. The company values innovation and quality, providing a collaborative environment for career development. If you are ambitious and detail-oriented, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in building safety and design.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Clear progression to directorship

Opportunity to influence technical strategy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing façade or cladding projects.
• Strong knowledge of fire remediation design and external envelope systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design management for fire remediation and recladding projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and manage stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Design Management

Façade Design

Fire Remediation

Building Regulations Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Senior Design Manager – Facades – London

London | £80,000 – £100,000 + Bonus | Directorship considered for the right candidate

Projects: Fire Remediation & Recladding Projects | Principal Contractor | Projects up to £20M

About the Company

A nationally recognised specialist contractor delivering high-quality external envelope solutions across the UK. Renowned for expertise in fire remediation and recladding, operating as a Principal Contractor on complex, safety-critical schemes.

Committed to technical excellence, the company seeks to strengthen its London team with a senior design expert to influence project delivery and compliance on landmark schemes. The company values innovation, quality, and career development, offering opportunities for progression in a collaborative environment.

About the Opportunity

An exciting role for an experienced Senior Design Manager to oversee design management for fire remediation and recladding projects as Principal Contractor. Responsibilities include leading design from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing stakeholder relationships.

The role involves working on high-profile schemes up to £20M, with potential for a directorship, reflecting its strategic importance.

Salary & Benefits

• £80,000 – £100,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Clear progression to directorship or senior leadership
• Opportunity to influence technical strategy at a business-wide level

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or similar in façade or cladding projects
• Strong knowledge of external envelope systems and fire remediation design
• Experience managing design processes in Principal Contractor projects
• Understanding of building regulations, fire safety, CDM, and relevant standards
• Ability to coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients
• Detail-oriented, proactive leadership style focused on safety and efficiency
• Ambitious, commercially minded with potential for a directorship

This is a rare opportunity to lead in complex façade projects and influence building safety and design in London.