Senior Façade Designer
Location: On site/ Hybrid Working/Remote
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Operations Director
About Us
Our client specialises in the design and supply of high-quality aluminium curtain walling, windows, and doors for commercial and residential projects. We work with leading aluminium systems and pride ourselves on technical accuracy, buildability, and strong collaboration across design, production, and installation.
As our workload continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Project Designer to join our design team and support the successful delivery of glazing projects from concept through to construction.
Role Overview
The Project Designer is responsible for producing, reviewing, and coordinating technical drawings and design information for aluminium glazing systems. This role involves close collaboration with architects, engineers, project managers, and internal teams to ensure designs meet specification, programme, and regulatory requirements.
You will be trained in and work with a range of CAD and glazing-specific software, producing accurate and well-coordinated design packages suitable for construction and manufacture.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Drawing Production
Produce detailed 2D drawings using AutoCAD LT and associated design software
Develop construction issue drawings for both internal and external distribution
Prepare and maintain accurate design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
Design Coordination and Review
Review client and consultant drawings to identify risks, clashes, and technical issues
Review handover documentation and raise Requests for Information where required
Review incoming RFIs and incorporate agreed responses into design outputs
Support design scheduling in line with project programmes
Technical and Compliance
Ensure designs comply with relevant building regulations, health and safety requirements, and industry standards
Apply knowledge of curtain wall design, loads, and structural performance
Provide technical input relating to system performance, fire strategy, and security requirements
Collaboration and Quality
Work closely with project management, production, and installation teams
Maintain high levels of accuracy, organisation, and document control
Support continuous improvement through quality management system awareness
Systems and Products
You will be involved in the design and detailing of aluminium systems including:
Schueco
Technal
Seniors Architectural Systems
Metal Technologies
Training and system-specific development will be provided where required.
Skills and Experience
Essential
Previous experience in a design or draughting role within construction or façade systems
Strong AutoCAD capability
Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PDF editing software
Organised, analytical approach with strong attention to detail
Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Desirable
Experience with aluminium curtain walling, windows, and doors
Familiarity with Logikal software
Knowledge of Schueco systems and fittings
Experience producing construction issue drawings
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Training and Development
Our client views training as a core part of the role. Support and training can be provided across company systems, software platforms, glazing theory, fire and security requirements, and aluminium system design.
Why Join Us
Work on technically challenging glazing projects
Be part of a collaborative and growing design team
Clear opportunity for professional development
Competitive salary and benefits, including free on-site parking
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment