Architectural Technician - Facade Designer

Conrad Consulting is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, established multidisciplinary construction consultancy in Huddersfield as they look to appoint an experienced Façade Designer / Architectural Technician to join their growing Architectural Design team.

With over 40 years of industry experience, our client has developed an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality architectural, technical and construction consultancy services, particularly within the Social Housing sector.

As investment in existing housing stock, building safety and façade remediation continues, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy delivering technically challenging and meaningful projects across the UK.

The successful candidate will join an established team of Architects, Architectural Technologists and Technicians, working on a varied portfolio of External Wall Insulation (EWI), façade remediation, recladding, refurbishment and fire safety projects.

The Opportunity

This position would suit an experienced Architectural Technician, Architectural Technologist or Façade Designer who has developed a strong technical understanding of external wall systems and is looking to further specialise within this increasingly important sector.

Working closely with fellow design professionals, consultants and contractors, you will play a key role in the technical design and delivery of projects, from initial surveys and design development through to construction.

Your responsibilities will include:

Producing detailed technical drawings and construction information for façade, EWI and recladding projects.

Developing coordinated external wall and building envelope details, incorporating insulation, cladding, windows and associated interfaces.

Preparing technical drawing packages, specifications, schedules and construction information.

Supporting the delivery of refurbishment, fire safety and building remediation schemes.

Producing accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings and, where appropriate, 3D Revit models.

Attending site surveys, reviewing existing building conditions and developing practical technical solutions.

Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and internal design teams.

Supporting planning, Building Control and Building Safety Regulator submissions where applicable.

Ensuring technical information is coordinated, accurate and delivered in accordance with project programmes.

What We're Looking For

Our client is particularly interested in individuals who have gained practical experience working on EWI, external wall systems, façade remediation or recladding projects.

Applicants should ideally demonstrate:

Previous experience as an Architectural Technician, Architectural Technologist, Façade Designer or within a similar technical design role.

Relevant experience of External Wall Insulation (EWI), façade systems, recladding or external envelope refurbishment projects.

Strong technical drawing and construction detailing capabilities.

A sound understanding of building construction, external wall assemblies and associated materials.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit experience advantageous.

Experience working within an architectural practice, design consultancy or specialist façade environment.

The ability to interpret survey information and develop coordinated technical solutions.

Strong communication skills and confidence working alongside contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.

Experience of high-rise residential buildings, fire safety remediation, retrofit projects or Building Safety Regulator applications would be particularly advantageous.

Candidates with relevant architectural qualifications are welcomed, although equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

What's on Offer?

Alongside a competitive salary of £38,500 – £50,000 plus car allowance, our client offers an excellent employment package designed to support long-term career development and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

Hybrid working arrangements.

Optional 9-day fortnight working pattern.

Up to 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

Performance-related bonus schemes.

Contributory pension scheme of 3–5%.

Life assurance equivalent to four times annual salary.

Regular performance and salary reviews.

Fully funded professional development and training.

Payment of professional institute subscriptions and examination fees.

Regular in-house CPD opportunities.

Company-funded social and team-building events.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Beyond the salary and benefits, this is an opportunity to join a genuinely established and progressive consultancy that places considerable emphasis on employee development, professional progression and staff retention.

With an increasing focus on building safety, energy efficiency and the improvement of existing housing stock, the successful candidate will be involved in a technically rewarding area of the construction industry.

For an Architectural Technician or Façade Designer with relevant external wall experience, this represents an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise while enjoying the stability, support and flexibility of an established multidisciplinary practice.

Interested?

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact James Jackson at Conrad Consulting.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Architectural Technicians, Architectural Technologists and Façade Designers with relevant EWI, cladding or building envelope experience