Job Description

Design Director
Light Gauge Steel
Circa 90,000 plus Benefits
England, UK
Full Time, Permanent
Light Gauge Steel / LGSF / Structural Design / Leadership / Innovation
Passionate about technical excellence, leadership, and innovation? This is a rare opportunity to take the lead of a new division within a fast-growing and highly innovative light gauge steel business.
We're exclusively partnering with a rapidly scaling manufacturer of Light Gauge Steel Frame systems, renowned for delivering cutting-edge, sustainable, and highly efficient structural solutions for major residential and commercial developers.
As the Design Director, you will:

• Lead and grow a multi-disciplinary engineering and design team.
• Provide strategic and technical direction, driving innovation and efficiency across all projects.
• Manage divisional P&L, ensuring operational performance aligns with growth objectives.
• Oversee the integration of design and detailing systems with manufacturing and site delivery.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support business development and expansion across England.
• Drive R&D initiatives, keeping the business at the forefront of LGSF innovation.

Who we're looking for:

• Chartered Engineer with 10+ years' senior technical experience in LGSF manufacturing or consultancy.
• In-depth knowledge of structural design, detailing, and the LGSF supply chain.
• Proven leader, able to inspire, mentor and develop high-performing technical teams.
• Passionate about innovation with a collaborative approach to working across design, manufacturing, and site delivery.
• Established relationships in the UK construction and LGSF sectors are highly advantageous.

What's on offer?

• Car allowance or company car
• Private healthcare (with family cover depending on seniority)
• Bonus scheme (potentially formula-linked)
• Pension contribution
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Equity participation opportunities in developer schemes
• New office - which will be opened close to the appointed person

This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who wants to build and shape a design function from the ground up, if you are interested then get in touch with Annie Parker or Craig Nicholls for a confidential discussion or apply below.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
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