Senior FaÇAde Designer

Company: Winsearch
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Designer with a strong background in aluminium systems and façade design to join a growing and technically driven business within the building envelope sector. This role will suit a design professional who can take ownership of projects from concept through to delivery, with a focus on technical excellence, buildability and compliance across façade systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and coordination of aluminium façade systems, including curtain walling, windows, doors and bespoke glazing packages
  • Produce and review detailed technical drawings (2D/3D) using AutoCAD, Revit or similar
  • Develop designs from tender stage through to fabrication and installation
  • Liaise with architects, consultants, contractors and internal teams to ensure coordinated design outputs
  • Manage and review technical submissions, including calculations, specifications and material selections
  • Ensure all designs comply with relevant building regulations, CWCT standards and project requirements
  • Provide value engineering solutions while maintaining design integrity and performance
  • Support project teams during installation phases, resolving technical issues as required
  • Mentor and support junior designers, contributing to the development of the design function

Skills

  • Proven experience as a Designer / Senior Designer within façades or aluminium systems
  • Strong technical knowledge of: Experience working within fabricator, specialist contractor or façade consultancy environments
  • Curtain walling (stick & unitised systems)
  • Windows, doors and aluminium profiles
  • Rainscreen cladding / façade interfaces
  • Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience highly desirable)
  • Good understanding of: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
  • Manufacturing processes and assembly details
  • Site installation and sequencing
  • Current building regulations and façade compliance requirements
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Personal Attributes

  • Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy
  • Commercially aware with an understanding of cost and programme impact
  • Proactive, solutions‑driven and able to work independently or within a team
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment

Opportunity

This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to work on complex façade projects and play a significant part in shaping the technical delivery and design quality of the organisation.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026