Facade Engineer
| Company: | Purosearch |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £60,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | M5 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 3 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Façade Engineer
Location: Manchester
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 DOE + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid
The Opportunity
We are working with a leading global property and consultancy business who are looking to appoint an experienced Façade Engineer to join their growing technical team in Manchester.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong façade professional to work across a diverse portfolio of high-profile commercial, residential and mixed-use developments, providing specialist façade engineering expertise across both new-build and existing buildings.
You will be involved in projects from early design through to construction, inspection and technical assessment, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and other engineering disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver façade engineering assessments, investigations and technical reports across a range of building types.
Provide technical input throughout the RIBA design stages, from concept through to construction.
Assess existing façade systems, identifying defects, failures and potential remedial solutions.
Review façade designs, specifications, calculations, drawings and technical submissions.
Undertake site inspections, surveys and condition assessments.
Provide technical advice relating to curtain walling, cladding, rainscreen systems, glazing and building envelope systems.
Support façade remediation and refurbishment projects, including fire safety-related works where required.
Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, manufacturers and other consultants.
Assist with project delivery, technical coordination and quality assurance.
Prepare clear and detailed technical reports and recommendations.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
A degree in Façade Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering or a related discipline.
Previous experience working within a façade consultancy, engineering consultancy, contractor or specialist façade environment.
Strong technical knowledge of façade systems, materials and construction.
Experience with façade inspections, assessments, design or technical engineering.
Good understanding of relevant British Standards, Eurocodes and CWCT guidance.
Experience working across commercial, residential or mixed-use developments.
Strong report writing and technical communication skills.
The ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively with clients and project teams.
Excellent attention to detail and a practical approach to solving technical problems.
Desirable Experience
Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:
FRAEW / PAS 9980
EWS1 assessments
Façade remediation and recladding
Building Safety Act / Higher-Risk Buildings
Curtain walling and glazing
Rainscreen cladding
Structural façade analysis
Thermal or condensation assessments
Façade testing and investigations
AutoCAD, Revit or other relevant technical software
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised professional business, working on technically challenging projects with major clients and some of the UK's most prominent buildings.
You will have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, broaden your project experience and progress your career within a highly established professional environment.
How to Apply?
If you're a Façade Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to work on high-profile projects within a leading consultancy environment, we'd like to hear from you, send your up to date CV's to
c.hanson@purobuild.com or call Callum on 0208 912 1730