Senior Faade Engineer
We are seeking a bright, enthusiastic, and drivenSenior Faade Engineerto join our growing team. You will be responsible for leading and managing faade design projects across a range of sectors including education, stadia, transport, residential, and commercial. Projects typically run from concept design through to detailed design and construction monitoring.
In this role, you will oversee day-to-day project delivery with minimal supervision, ensuring quality, budget, and programme requirements are met. You will liaise directly with clients and design teams, maintain strong professional relationships, and play a key role in mentoring junior engineers.
This position offers the opportunity to work on prestigious projects, develop leadership skills, and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate faade engineering projects, ensuring delivery to the highest technical standards.
* Produce and review technical design information including drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports.
* Undertake and manage structural surveys, feasibility studies, and technical reports with clear findings and recommendations.
* Manage project finances and programmes on small to medium-sized projects.
* Collaborate effectively with clients, local authorities, architects, and consultants.
* Supervise and mentor junior engineers and CAD technicians, ensuring high-quality outputs.
* Support bid preparation, proposals, and business development activities.
* Prepare design and progress reports for internal and client review.
* Oversee site investigation works, including managing sub-contractors and reviewing results.
* Attend and contribute to design and site meetings, recording and following up on key actions.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards, CDM regulations, and ISO 19650 processes.
* Proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of practices and procedures.
Key Skills & ExperienceEssential
* HNC/HND in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Strong understanding of faade physics and structural engineering principles.
* Proficiency in structural design for steel, aluminium, stainless steel, timber, and glass.
* Experience briefing and coordinating with CAD technicians.
* Track record of supervising and mentoring junior staff.
* Knowledge of British Standards/Eurocodes and CDM regulations.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and visual).
* Ability to work effectively within ISO 19650 environments.
Desirable
* Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Chartered status (ICE or IStructE).
* Working knowledge of SCIA and Tekla Building Designer.
* Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
* 25 days annual leave (with additional days awarded for long service).
* Pension contribution (5%).
* Private healthcare.
* Performance-related bonus opportunities.
* Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) annual bonus potential.
* Holiday buy and sell scheme.
* Flexible and hybrid working options.
* Family-friendly policies.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Professional development and training support.
* Inclusive and diverse working environment.
What We Value
We are collaborative, forward-thinking, and passionate about engineering excellence. Our people are central to everything we do, and we foster an environment where innovation, teamwork, and community enrichment thrive.
Requirements
Are you an experienced faade engineer looking to take the next step in your career?
Were seeking aSenior Faade Engineerto join our growing team and lead the delivery of prestigious projects across sectors including education, transport, stadia, residential, and commercial.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile projects from concept to completion, while mentoring junior engineers and shaping innovative design solutions.
What Youll Do
* Lead and deliver faade design projects to the highest technical standards.
* Produce and review drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports.
* Manage budgets, programmes, and client relationships.
* Undertake surveys, feasibility studies, and technical assessments.
* Supervise and mentor junior engineers and CAD technicians.
* Attend site visits and design meetings, ensuring project success.
What Were Looking For
* HNC/HND (or degree) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
* Strong knowledge of faade physics, structural design, and Eurocodes.
* Experience in steel, aluminium, timber, glass, and structural analysis.
* Confident communicator with leadership and mentoring skills.
* Proactive, organised, and eager to develop your career.
* Chartered status (ICE/IStructE) and experience with SCIA/Tekla are a bonus.
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary & performance-related bonus
25 days holiday + option to buy/sell
Flexible & hybrid working
Pension (5%) & private healthcare
Cycle to Work scheme
Ongoing professional development & training
Inclusive, collaborative, and people-focused culture
If youre ready to take on exciting faade projects, develop your leadership skills, and make your mark in a forward-thinking engineering environment, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV.
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