Lead Design Manager, Curtain Wall & Building Envelope

Watkin Jones; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist in building envelope solutions is seeking a Senior Design Technician to manage design projects from concept to construction. The role involves producing accurate 2D and 3D drawings, collaborating with internal and external design teams, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in curtain walling and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary, holiday allowances, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life Assurance (2x)

Medicash

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in full building envelope design.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality fabrication drawings.
• Excellent communication skills with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects and manage client briefs.
• Produce accurate 2D/3D drawings to specifications.
• Collaborate with design teams for compliant solutions.

Skills

Strong experience in curtain walling, cladding, windows, doors

Ability to interpret structural and architectural information

Positive, proactive, organized approach

Team-player mindset

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Rhino

Job description

A leading specialist in building envelope solutions is seeking a Senior Design Technician to manage design projects from concept to construction. The role involves producing accurate 2D and 3D drawings, collaborating with internal and external design teams, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in curtain walling and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary, holiday allowances, and professional development opportunities.