Design Manager

Fa ade Design Manager (Architectural Stone)

Company Overview

Our client is a London-based specialist in high-end architectural stone and fa ade solutions, working on prestigious residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK and internationally. With a reputation for combining craftsmanship with technical excellence, they deliver bespoke stone fa ades from concept and design through to manufacture and installation, collaborating closely with architects, designers and developers on complex, design-led projects.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fa ade Design Manager with a strong background in architectural stone and fa ade systems to lead and manage the technical design process across multiple projects. This role is critical in ensuring fa ade designs are technically robust, compliant and coordinated, while maintaining the architectural intent from early design stages through to construction and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the fa ade design process, with a particular focus on architectural stone cladding systems

• Coordinate fa ade design packages with architects, consultants, structural engineers, contractors and internal teams

• Review, manage and approve technical drawings, details and specifications

• Ensure compliance with building regulations, project specifications and performance requirements

• Identify and resolve design risks and clashes early, supporting value engineering where appropriate

• Attend design meetings, technical workshops and site visits as required

• Provide technical guidance to project and construction teams throughout delivery

• Manage design programmes and deliverables to meet project timelines

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience in a Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator or similar role within fa ade or architectural stone projects

• Strong technical knowledge of stone cladding systems, fixing methods, support structures and fa ade interfaces

• Experience working on high-quality or complex building envelopes

• Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings and translate them into buildable fa ade solutions

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a related discipline (preferred but not essential)

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to 65,000, depending on experience

• Permanent, full-time position

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, design-led fa ade and architectural stone projects

• Collaborative working environment within a well-established specialist contractor

How to Apply

If you have a strong background in fa ade design with architectural stone experience and are looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV, or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role and upcoming projects.