Design Manager - Façade & Cladding
Location: Leicester
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 (DOE)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join a specialist façade and cladding contractor based in Leicester. This is a key role overseeing the design and technical coordination of external envelope packages across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.
You will manage the design process from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring façade systems are compliant, coordinated, and delivered in line with programme and budget requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full design lifecycle of façade and cladding packages
* Coordinate architects, structural engineers, façade consultants, and internal teams
* Review and approve technical drawings, fabrication details, and installation information
* Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety standards, and warranty requirements
* Oversee design programmes and ensure timely information release
* Manage RFIs, technical submissions, and client approvals
* Support value engineering and technical problem-solving
* Work closely with commercial and project delivery teams
Requirements
* Proven experience in façade, cladding, curtain walling, or external envelope systems
* Strong technical understanding of rainscreen, SFS, curtain walling, glazing, or aluminium systems
* Knowledge of current fire and façade compliance regulations
* Experience managing consultants and subcontract designers
* Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
* Strong communication and organisational skills
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary of £50,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
* Established and growing façade specialist
* Varied and technically interesting projects
* Clear progression opportunities within the business
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