Senior Façade Access Engineer

We are seeking to employ a Senior Façade Access Engineer to work in our London office.

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Hilson Moran are interdisciplinary consultants, engineers and advisors, applying progressive design thinking to shape the environments we live in.  We provide a full range of engineering services, exciting innovation and design solutions on a full range of projects from across our network of offices in the UK. #LI-Hybrid 

Our recently refurbished London office – the Living Lab – offers a direct link to clients, the ability to further develop our existing relationships and to pursue future opportunities across the city. We also have full view of some of our most iconic designs, including 20 Fenchurch Street ‘the Walkie Talkie’ and 30 St Mary’s Axe ‘The Gherkin’ from our river café space.

We are seeking to employ a proactive and enthusiastic Senior Facade Access Engineer to join our expanding team in London.

As an experienced professional who ideally holds professional accreditation or is actively pursuing it, you will bring an extensive portfolio demonstrating your expertise and capabilities.

You will deliver your design services within a diverse and challenging range of design projects. Your project range Will vary, demonstrating experience across a range of different scales, complexity, sectors, and geographies.

Our Operational Buildings team optimise our clients’ buildings to be consistently desirable to tenants. And the key to this is maximising flexibility and occupant comfort.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Collaborating with clients, architects, and design teams to develop tailored façade access and maintenance strategies.
  • Performing cleaning cycle calculations and defining approximate structural loadings.
  • Preparing high-quality technical reports at key project milestones.
  • Conducting site surveys, inspections, and overseeing quality during installation and post-completion phases.
  • Specifying modernisation or replacement works for existing systems.
  • Attending and leading client meetings, site demonstrations, and defect inspections.
  • Performing maintenance audits and working-at-height risk assessments.
  • Developing lifecycle plans and supporting clients with maintenance procurement and technical advice.
  • Managing BMU (Building Maintenance Unit) packages and ensuring delivery excellence across all project stages.

We’d like to hear from you if you have

Background & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience working with façade access (cradle) service providers or installation companies.
  • Background in engineering services inspection, with a strong focus on building maintenance systems.
  • Degree-qualified in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Deep technical expertise in the design, specification, and consultancy of façade access systems.
  • Thorough knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices for access and maintenance strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects independently and lead technical discussions with clients and stakeholders.

Skills:

  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information in both internal and client-facing settings.
  • Technically proficient, with solid experience using relevant engineering software and tools.
  • Confident problem-solver, capable of addressing complex technical challenges with practical, effective solutions.
  • Highly organised with excellent time management skills, ensuring deliverables are completed to a high standard and within agreed deadlines.
  • Professional, approachable, and responsive in all interactions—building and maintaining positive working relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

All Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Hilson Moran is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all communities