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Head of Design - Facades

Albion Recruitment

Greater London

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GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee design management for fire remediation and recladding projects. This role involves leading the design process, ensuring compliance with regulations, and shaping project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and leadership qualities, with opportunities for career progression to directorship.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

Clear progression to directorship

Opportunity to shape technical strategy

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or similar role.
Strong technical knowledge of external envelope systems.
Excellent understanding of building regulations and fire safety compliance.

Responsibilities

Lead the design process from concept to construction.
Ensure design integrity and compliance with building regulations.
Liaise with external consultants and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Knowledge

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Commercial Minded

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Directorship considered for the right candidate

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 its expertise in fire remediation and recladding, the company operates as a Principal Contractor on complex, safety-critical schemes.

As part of its continued growth and dedication to technical excellence, the business is seeking to strengthen its London-based team with a senior design expert who will play a key role in shaping project delivery and ensuring compliance across landmark schemes.

The company champions innovation, quality, and career development—offering outstanding opportunities to progress in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join the London team and take ownership of design management across a portfolio of fire remediation and recladding projects, acting as Principal Contractor.

You will lead the design process from early-stage concept through to construction, ensuring design integrity, compliance with building regulations, and alignment with project objectives. You will liaise with external consultants, internal teams, and key stakeholders, taking a strategic role in shaping the technical direction of the projects.

This role offers the chance to work on high-profile schemes valued up to £20M and influence best practices in façade design, safety, and sustainability.

For the right candidate, the company would consider a directorship position, reflecting the strategic importance of this role.

Salary & Benefits

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

Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager, Design Lead, or similar role within façade or cladding projects
Strong technical knowledge of external envelope systems, including fire remediation design
Track record of managing the design process on Principal Contractor projects
Excellent understanding of building regulations, fire safety compliance, CDM, and relevant standards
Capable of coordinating with multiple stakeholders including architects, engineers, and clients
A detail-oriented, proactive leader with a passion for safe and efficient design
Ambitious and commercially minded – with potential to step into a directorship role

This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership position in the technical delivery of complex façade projects and shape the future of building safety and design in London.

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Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Design, Engineering, and Management
Industries
Construction, Design Services, and Fire Protection

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