Facade Designer

Owen Daniels; Bix; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Facade Designer for a permanent on‑site role in Henley‑on‑Thames. You will develop production‑ready façade drawings, interpret complex briefs, assess materials and fire/environmental performance, and ensure Building Control compliance.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to project programmes while pursuing CPD and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Facade Designer or similar role.
• Strong CAD skills producing production-ready drawings.
• In-depth knowledge of façade design, materials, and engineering principles.
• Knowledge of fire engineering, building physics and environmental performance.
• Understanding Building Control, Building Safety Act (BSA) and CDM regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is desirable.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed façade design drawings using CAD, ensuring outputs are production‑ready with minimal rework.
• Interpret complex design briefs and follow advanced technical instructions.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of façade design, engineering principles, and material selection.
• Conduct risk assessments on material choices and design solutions, including fire engineering considerations.
• Produce specifications and ensure alignment with environmental drivers and building physics principles.
• Ensure compliance with Building Control regulations and the Building Safety Act (BSA).
• Apply CDM principles, understanding legal requirements and assessing design‑related risks.
• Identify key project drivers, risks, and variations, and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to and author basic design programmes based on project deliverables and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
• Review and check design outputs from junior team members to ensure quality standards are met.
• Take a leading role within small project teams and support mentoring of less experienced colleagues.
• Actively pursue CPD opportunities and share knowledge with the wider team.
• Provide feedback on company policies and processes to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Facade design

CAD drafting

Materials selection

Building regulations

Fire engineering principles

Project delivery

Mentoring juniors

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Facade Designer (Permanent)

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Monday to Friday on‑site

Henley‑on‑Thames

Job Description

• Develop detailed façade design drawings using CAD, ensuring outputs are production‑ready with minimal rework
• Interpret complex design briefs and follow advanced technical instructions
• Apply in-depth knowledge of façade design, engineering principles, and material selection
• Conduct risk assessments on material choices and design solutions, including fire engineering considerations
• Produce specifications and ensure alignment with environmental drivers and building physics principles
• Ensure compliance with Building Control regulations and the Building Safety Act (BSA)
• Apply CDM principles, understanding legal requirements and assessing design‑related risks
• Identify key project drivers, risks, and variations, and maintain accurate records
• Contribute to and author basic design programmes based on project deliverables and timelines
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes
• Review and check design outputs from junior team members to ensure quality standards are met
• Take a leading role within small project teams and support mentoring of less experienced colleagues
• Actively pursue CPD opportunities and share knowledge with the wider team
• Provide feedback on company policies and processes to support continuous improvement

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Facade Designer or similar role
• Strong CAD skills with the ability to produce high‑quality, production‑ready drawings
• In‑depth understanding of façade design, materials, and engineering principles
• Knowledge of fire engineering principles, building physics, and environmental performance
• Good understanding of Building Control, Building Safety Act (BSA), and CDM regulations
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong risk assessment and problem‑solving capabilities
• Understanding of contract principles and project delivery drivers
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is desirable
• Strong communication and organisational skills