Façade Designer
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 + Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Role Summary
A leading façade specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Façade Designer to join their team in Cardiff.
This role will take responsibility for façade design from pre-construction through to construction, ensuring designs align with the architect’s intent while meeting the technical requirements of the project.
You will play a key role within the project team, collaborating closely with internal departments, clients, and manufacturers to deliver compliant and buildable façade solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead façade design from pre-construction through to project completion
* Produce detailed design drawings and specifications for façade systems
* Develop 2D and 3D models, sketches, and technical drawings to illustrate design concepts and installation details
* Create fabrication drawings for the procurement and manufacturing process
* Compile project handover documentation including O&M manuals
* Liaise with manufacturers and project teams to ensure correct distribution of documentation
* Conduct design risk assessments in collaboration with the project team
* Attend design meetings, workshops, and site visits to review progress and resolve design challenges
* Work closely with project engineers to ensure structural calculations and engineering requirements are satisfied
* Ensure all façade designs comply with building regulations, industry standards, and relevant guidelines
Requirements
* Experience working as a Façade Designer / Façade Engineer / Architectural Designer within the façade or curtain walling sector
* Strong experience producing technical drawings and façade detailing
* Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit (or similar design software)
* Knowledge of façade systems including curtain walling, cladding, glazing, and rainscreen systems
* Understanding of UK building regulations and façade design standards
* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with project teams
Desirable
* Experience working on commercial, residential or mixed-use developments
* Experience producing fabrication drawings
* Familiarity with BIM environments
Package
* Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
* Competitive benefits package
* Opportunity to work on large-scale façade projects
* Long-term career progression within a growing façade contractor
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