Façade engineer

Posting date:	26 February 2026
Salary:	£40,000 to £60,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	28 March 2026
Location:	EC1A 1AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-57368-20726

Summary

Façade Engineer
Location: London
Salary: £60,000 per annum + benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Façade Engineer to join a well-established and growing team based in London. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the capital and the wider South East.

You will play a key role in the technical design, review and delivery of façade and external envelope packages, ensuring compliance, performance and buildability from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and technical assessment of façade and cladding systems

  
  

• Review of curtain walling, rainscreen, glazing and external envelope details

  
  

• Carry out site inspections and condition surveys

  
  

• Prepare technical reports, specifications and compliance documentation

  
  

• Ensure adherence to UK Building Regulations and relevant fire safety standards

  
  

• Provide technical support throughout RIBA stages

  
  

• Liaise with architects, contractors, developers and internal teams

  
  

• Support resolution of on-site technical queries and design challenges
  
  

  
  Requirements

  • Proven experience working as a Façade Engineer within the UK market

    
    

  • Strong understanding of façade systems and external wall construction

    
    

  • Knowledge of fire safety standards (desirable)

    
    

  • Experience undertaking site visits and producing technical reports

    
    

  • Degree qualified in Engineering, Architecture or a related discipline

    
    

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

    
    
    What’s on Offer

    • Salary of £60,000 per annum

      
      

    • Exposure to high-profile London projects

      
      

    • Clear career progression pathway

      
      

    • Support with professional development

      
      

    • Hybrid working flexibility

      
      

    • Collaborative and technically strong team environment