Senior Facades Designer: Lead Buildable Cladding Packages

Future Build Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Build Recruitment are working with an established façade specialist in search of an experienced Senior Designer to own technical design work, coordinating with architects, engineers and site teams, and mentoring junior designers. You will develop design packages from early stages through manufacture and installation, ensuring buildable, regulation-compliant solutions and clear technical guidance.

The role requires 5+ years in façade design, strong AutoCAD 2D skills, knowledge of curtain

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ façade design experience including curtain walling, cladding and fenestration.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good knowledge of façade manufacturing processes and building regulations CWCT/BS EN standards.
• Experience with curtain walling systems such as Schüco, Aluprof or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Developing detailed façade design packages in line with specifications, design intent and regulatory requirements.
• Producing and reviewing coordinated drawing packages.
• Collaborating with manufacturers, engineers, architects and consultants to resolve technical queries.
• Supporting site teams with installation and technical issues.
• Carrying out site surveys, inspections and technical reviews where required.
• Participating in technical and stakeholder meetings.
• Reviewing drawings produced by other designers to ensure accuracy, buildability and compliance.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers.
• Contributing to improvements in design processes, systems and working practices.

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Future Build Recruitment are working with an established façade specialist in search of an experienced Senior Designer to own technical design work, coordinating with architects, engineers and site teams, and mentoring junior designers. You will develop design packages from early stages through manufacture and installation, ensuring buildable, regulation-compliant solutions and clear technical guidance.

The role requires 5+ years in façade design, strong AutoCAD 2D skills, knowledge of curtain