Senior Facade Designer

A Senior Façade Designer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of building façade systems from concept through construction. The role combines architectural design intent with technical detailing, ensuring façades are aesthetically strong, buildable, cost-effective, and compliant with regulations. What You Will Be Doing:

• Produce façade concept designs that align with client, architectural and project requirements.
• Lead façade design development across all project stages (concept detailed design construction).
• Produce detailed drawings, models, and façade system specifications (e.g., curtain walling, cladding).
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to integrate façade systems into the overall building design.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, codes, and performance standards (thermal, structural, weatherproofing).
• Oversee material selection and technical detailing to meet performance, cost, and aesthetic goals.
• Review shop drawings, fabrication details, and technical submissions.
• Conduct site visits to monitor installation quality and resolve design issues.
• Prepare façade specifications, tender packages, and reports.
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance.
• Drive innovation in façade systems, materials, and sustainability strategies.
• Develop and maintain accurate 3D façade models throughout the design process.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings, technical details and specifications
• Undertake material selection and produce performance assessments and technical reports.
• Compile tender documentation and fabrication packages to support procurement and delivery.
• Carry out site inspections and produce inspection reports, snagging records and technical recommendations.
• Coordinate design information and maintain clear records of meetings, actions and project communications.
• Collaborate closely with architects to develop and coordinate façade design solutions.
• Liaise with structural and MEP engineers to ensure integration of façade systems with the overall building design.
• Work alongside contractors and specialist façade subcontractors to support project delivery and resolve technical queries.
• Engage with clients and developers to understand project requirements and present design solutions.
• Coordinate with fabricators and suppliers to verify buildability, material suitability and manufacturing requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and provide technical input to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are delivered on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards., With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.
We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Typically 5-10+ years of façade design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating complex façade projects.
• In-depth knowledge of façade systems (curtain wall, rainscreen, glazing systems, etc.).
• Understanding of international standards (e.g., CWCT, EN, ASTM).
• Advanced CAD & BIM (AutoCAD, Revit)
• Technical detailing & fabrication knowledge
• Strong coordination and project management abilities
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Communication and client-facing skills
• Knowledge of sustainable design and materials
  
  Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.
Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role