Design Manager - Facades

  • Keyman Personnel
  • Burbage, Leicestershire
  • 23/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist fa ade and cladding contractor delivering complex remediation schemes across the UK.

They are seeking a Design Manager to lead drawing production and coordinate fa ade design delivery across multiple projects.

The Role

This is a hands-on design management position focused on coordination, dimensional accuracy and buildability.

You will:

  • Manage an in-house team of designers

  • Coordinate specialist fa ade subcontract designers

  • Oversee production of technical and construction drawings

  • Conduct site visits where as-built drawings are unavailable

  • Ensure dimensional accuracy prior to fabrication and order placement

  • Liaise with Building Control and BSR where required

  • Support remediation proposals and technical solutions

This role requires a balance of office-based design management and practical site interface.

Ideal Background

  • Proven experience in fa ade / cladding / EWI design coordination

  • Strong knowledge of remediation works

  • Experience managing internal design teams

  • Ability to coordinate specialist fa ade packages

  • Understanding of regulatory requirements

  • Commercial awareness relating to procurement and order placement

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit advantageous but not essential)

Why Apply?

  • Join a specialist remediation contractor with a strong pipeline

  • Leadership responsibility within an established team

  • Varied role including site interface and technical management

  • Exposure to high-profile compliance-driven projects

If interested in this opportunity please apply now and contact Luke Thompson for more information.