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Façade Designer Location: Kent Salary: £40,000 £55,000 DOE Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a well-established specialist façade contractor that delivers high-quality façade, cladding and building envelope solutions across a range of major UK projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Façade Designer to join their design team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of façade design packages and work closely with clients, architects, engineers and project teams. The Role As a Façade Designer, you will be responsible for developing detailed façade designs from concept through to construction, ensuring technical accuracy, buildability and compliance throughout the process. Key responsibilities include: Producing detailed façade and cladding designs, drawings and technical information. Developing designs across systems including rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, glazing and associated façade elements. Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers to develop practical design solutions. Reviewing architectural and structural drawings and identifying design issues or clashes. Producing detailed fabrication and construction drawings. Supporting the design process through RIBA and project delivery stages. Ensuring designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and project specifications. Attending design meetings and contributing to technical discussions. Liaising with internal project and commercial teams to ensure designs are delivered within programme and budget. Coordinating design information with subcontractors, manufacturers and other project stakeholders. About You The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within façade design, cladding, curtain walling or the wider building envelope sector. You should have: Previous experience as a Façade Designer, Façade Design Technician or similar. Strong knowledge of façade and cladding systems. Experience producing detailed technical drawings. Strong AutoCAD skills; Revit experience would be advantageous. Good understanding of construction methods, materials and technical detailing. Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings. Strong communication and coordination skills. A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail. What s on Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 £55,000 DOE. Opportunity to work on major and technically challenging façade projects. Clear progression opportunities within a growing specialist business. A collaborative and experienced design team. The opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop your technical expertise. Excellent exposure to the UK façade and building envelope sector. If you are an experienced Façade Designer looking for your next opportunity, apply today for a confidential discussion. To apply please send up to date CV's to (url removed) or call Callum on (phone number removed)

Designer - Fa ade & Cladding Solutions Location: London and Southeast Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive with industry standards Join a leading principal contractor with over two decades of expertise in delivering high-quality, compliant, multi-million-pound cladding remediation and regeneration projects across London and the Southeast. We are seeking a skilled Designer to join our dynamic team, where innovation meets precision in the realm of building facades and cladding solutions. Day-to-Day of the Role: Create detailed drawings using specific technical specifications, primarily focusing on cladding and facade systems. Conduct regular site visits (3-4 days per week) to take surveys and photographs, which will inform your design work. Collaborate closely with Estimating, Commercial, and Site Management teams throughout the project lifecycle to ensure design and quality standards are met. Engage with manufacturers, external structural engineers, and architects to ensure designs are feasible and compliant with current standards. Address technical queries and provide solutions to emerging challenges, ensuring all designs adhere to specifications and manufacturer recommendations. Participate in site inspections to oversee the technical quality of works and ensure compliance with project specifications. Support the Design and Quality (D&Q) Manager in training site management and subcontractors, ensuring all parties are up-to-date with the latest standards and practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Must hold a basic level CSCS card. Extensive experience with facades, External Wall Insulation (EWI), cladding, and rainscreen systems is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Project Probe, and email management. Expertise in AutoCAD is mandatory; knowledge of 3D AutoCAD, SketchUp, or Revit is advantageous. Benefits: 33 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays. Company Pension Scheme. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry. If you are driven by design excellence and technical precision, we would love to hear from you.