Design Director at Galliford Try

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Façade engineering, Technical governance, Design assurance, Regulatory compliance, Building safety act, Fenestration systems, Fire safety, Project leadership, Risk assessment, Stakeholder management, Building control, Technical leadership, Value engineering, Quality management, Construction management

Industry

Construction

Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Job Title: Design / Technical Director Location: UK-wide remit, with national travel as required Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Design / Technical Director is a senior leadership role responsible for technical governance, design assurance, and regulatory compliance across Oak Specialist Services’ façade remediation and new build fenestration portfolio. The role will provide oversight and leadership for all technical aspects of: * Façade remediation projects, including Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and non‑BSR schemes * New build façade and fenestration works, including curtain walling, windows, doors, and associated systems The successful candidate will ensure that all designs are safe, high‑quality, buildable, compliant, and commercially viable, while supporting a positive, collaborative, and inclusive working culture. What You Will be Doing: Strategic Leadership & Technical Governance * Provide inclusive technical leadership and strategic direction in support of sustainable business growth * Act as the technical authority for façade engineering, fenestration systems, and building envelope performance * Develop, implement, and embed technical standards, design procedures, and best‑practice guidance * Support pre‑construction and commercial teams with technical input during tenders, value engineering, and risk assessment activities * Represent Oak Specialist Services in senior technical discussions with clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies Façade Remediation (BSR & Non‑BSR Projects) * Lead the technical delivery of façade remediation works, including high‑risk residential buildings * Ensure compliance with: * Building Safety Act requirements * Gateway processes (where applicable) * Approved Document B, fire strategies, and relevant British Standards * Oversee intrusive surveys, condition assessments, and remediation strategies * Review and approve key technical submissions, including ER responses, façade strategies, and fire performance evidence * Act as the technical interface with the Building Safety Regulator, Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Principal Designers * Proactively identify and manage technical risk associated with legacy façades, unclear as‑built information, and occupied buildings New Build Fenestration & Façade Works * Provide technical assurance for new build façade and fenestration packages, including: * Curtain walling * Windows and doors (aluminium, steel, composite) * Rainscreen and interface systems * Ensure designs meet required performance standards for fire safety, thermal and acoustic efficiency, weathering, structural movement, and durability * Review and approve system designs, calculations, shop drawings, fabrication details, and testing regimes * Ensure alignment with employer’s requirements, specifications, and overall design intent Design Management & Assurance * Lead and support internal and external design teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractors * Establish inclusive and robust design review, coordination, and approval processes * Chair and contribute to design workshops, technical reviews, and coordination meetings * Ensure effective coordination between façade systems and structure, fire strategy, MEP, sequencing, and access requirements * Provide expert guidance to resolve site queries, RFIs, and non‑conformances Compliance, Quality & Risk * Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, industry standards, and internal quality systems * Identify and manage technical, regulatory, and design risk proactively * Support the business in managing latent defect risk, professional indemnity exposure, and duty‑holder responsibilities * Contribute to audits, lessons‑learned reviews, and continuous improvement initiative About You: * Senior‑level experience in façade design, engineering, or technical leadership * Proven experience delivering façade remediation projects, including works to occupied buildings * Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act, BSR processes, and façade fire performance requirements * Extensive experience with new build façade and fenestration systems * In‑depth understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant standards * Confidence leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging with senior stakeholders Desirable: * Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional membership (IStructE, ICE, etc.) * Experience acting as technical lead or design authority on high‑risk residential buildings * Knowledge of façade and fire testing regimes, including assessments in lieu of test * Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting bid strategy and risk pricing * Experience working within “golden thread” information management environments What We Can Offer in Return: 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. Our Benefits: 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 About us: 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. Oak Specialist Services (OSS) is a dedicated business unit within the Galliford Try Group and a leading UK provider of façade remediation and building envelope solutions. We deliver technically robust, compliant, and safety‑led remediation and new build façade packages across the public and private sectors. Bringing together in‑house design, engineering, and specialist installation expertise, OSS works collaboratively with clients, regulators, and project partners to deliver high‑integrity solutions that meet the requirements of the Building Safety Act and modern performance standards. As the business continues to grow, we are seeking a Design / Technical Director to join the OSS Board and provide strategic leadership across all design, engineering, and technical governance activities. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Skyemarie.bree@gallifordtry.co.uk Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. #LI-SB1

Responsibilities

The Design Director will provide strategic leadership and technical governance for façade remediation and new build fenestration projects. They are responsible for ensuring all designs are safe, compliant with building regulations, and commercially viable while leading multidisciplinary teams.