Facades Design Manager

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Facades Design Manager in the London area. The role involves overseeing façade design across multiple projects, from concept through construction, and coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers to maintain high technical and commercial standards.

The candidate will manage design programmes, ensure buildability and safety, and provide technical input into tenders and pre-construction activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in façade design or design management on multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate façade design activities across multiple projects.
• Lead the design process from concept to construction.
• Review drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical information.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, contractors and subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve technical and buildability issues.
• Ensure designs comply with UK Building Regulations and standards.
• Manage design programmes and deliver key milestones.
• Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to develop façade systems.
• Provide technical input into tenders and pre-construction activities.
• Monitor design changes and assess impact on cost and schedule.
• Support site teams with technical guidance during construction.
• Maintain design documentation and approvals.

Skills

Facade design

Design management

Technical drawings

UK Building Regulations

Stakeholder management

Project management

Construction knowledge

Education

Construction/Engineering/Architecture degree

Tools

CAD software

BIM

Job description

Facades Design Manager

Location: Barnet

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Property / Construction / Building Envelope

The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within the property and construction sector. They are looking to appoint an experienced Facades Design Manager to join their team and take a key role in managing façade design across a range of projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded design professional looking to join a forward-thinking organisation where they can have genuine responsibility and influence.

You will oversee the design process from concept through to construction, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors and specialist suppliers to ensure projects are delivered to a high technical and commercial standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate façade design activities across multiple projects.
• Lead the design process from concept and tender through to detailed design and construction.
• Review drawings, specifications, calculations and technical information.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, clients, contractors and specialist subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve technical, design and buildability issues.
• Ensure façade designs comply with relevant UK Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Manage design programmes and ensure key deliverables are achieved on time.
• Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to develop suitable façade systems and solutions.
• Provide technical input into tenders, pre-construction activities and project planning.
• Monitor design changes and assess their impact on cost, programme and delivery.
• Support site teams with technical guidance throughout the construction phase.
• Maintain accurate design documentation, approvals and project records.
• Ensure quality, compliance, buildability and safety remain central to the design process.

About You

The successful candidate will have a strong background in façade design or design management, with the technical knowledge and confidence to manage projects and work with a range of stakeholders.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience within a Facades Design Manager, Design Manager or similar technical role.
• Strong knowledge of façade systems, materials and construction methods.
• Experience managing façade design packages through to delivery.
• The ability to interpret and review technical drawings and specifications.
• A good understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Experience working with consultants, contractors, suppliers and clients.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of buildability.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A relevant qualification in construction, engineering, architecture or a related discipline would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Permanent opportunity with an established and expanding organisation.
• A varied portfolio of façade and property projects.
• A position offering genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to work alongside experienced construction and property professionals.