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Fully Negotiable Salary + Bonus + Hybrid Working
Are you an R&D Manager with a passion for pushing boundaries in the built environment? An opportunity awaits at the forefront of faade innovation-where advanced design meets real-world performance, and your leadership can shape what comes next.
We're seeking a dynamic and visionary Research & Development Manager to spearhead cutting-edge projects in faade systems, materials, and sustainable technologies. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation renowned for transforming architectural vision into precision-engineered reality.
What You'll Do:
- Drive the full R&D lifecycle-from concept to market-ready solutions-bringing innovation to aluminium, steel, glass, timber, and composite faades.
- Enhance existing systems through rigorous analysis, continuous improvement, and customer feedback integration.
- Lead strategic collaborations with supply chain partners, testing houses, and cross-functional internal teams.
- Champion sustainability by exploring recycled materials, reducing environmental impact, and contributing to carbon assessments and EPDs.
- Manage budgets with commercial clarity-focusing on high-impact, high-return development.
What You Bring:
- Proven R&D leadership experience in the construction or faade sectors.
- Deep technical expertise in faade materials and compliance standards.
- A balance of creativity and commercial acumen to lead innovation with purpose.
- Strong CAD proficiency and a systematic approach to documentation and product data management.
Why This Role?
You'll take charge of game-changing initiatives in a company where research is not an afterthought-it's central to how we compete, grow, and lead. From fire and acoustic testing to market-driven product launches, your work will be visible, valued, and impactful.
Expect a competitive salary, team-based culture, and recognition programs that reward your contributions-plus additional benefits like private healthcare, bonus schemes, and long-service incentives.
This is not just a role-it's a platform for ambitious R&D talent ready to influence the future of construction. Apply now to lead where innovation meets engineering excellence!
