Senior Façade Design Lead – Site Travel

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; Morley; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist construction contractor is seeking a Senior Design Lead (Façade Specialist) for their Derby office. This position involves leading the design process across complex projects while mentoring a team of Design Managers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in façade design and managing multi-disciplinary teams. A salary of up to £65,000 plus a car allowance is offered, alongside regular travel to project sites. Candidates must demonstrate excellent technical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage the full design process on large, complex projects.
• Extensive experience in the construction industry.
• Competent in using design software and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design function across multiple projects.
• Coordinate all interface details and prepare technical submissions.
• Act as a key contact for design matters with clients and partners.
• Identify and implement Value Engineering opportunities.
• Oversee effective document control and timely information flow.

Skills

Managing multi-disciplinary design teams

Façade Design/Building Envelope systems

Construction technology understanding

Time management

Excellent communication skills

Design software proficiency

Job description

A specialist construction contractor is seeking a Senior Design Lead (Façade Specialist) for their Derby office. This position involves leading the design process across complex projects while mentoring a team of Design Managers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in façade design and managing multi-disciplinary teams. A salary of up to £65,000 plus a car allowance is offered, alongside regular travel to project sites. Candidates must demonstrate excellent technical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.