CHPK Group
Who we are
CHPK are a leading consultancy specialising in fire safety engineering across the built environment. With a reputation for technical excellence and a client-first approach, we work across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, heritage, healthcare, and high-rise developments.
We’re proud of our collaborative culture, where people are supported, ideas are shared, and every team member is valued. If you’re looking to work in a place where your contribution matters and your growth is encouraged, we’d love to hear from you.
Part of the Celnor Group
Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.
While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.
Job details
This role is central to the technical and commercial success of the business. As Senior Façade Engineer, you will take ownership of complex facade engineering projects, providing technical expertise and ensuring high standards of quality, compliance and client service.
Working across a range of projects, you will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, while supporting the development of colleagues and contributing to the continued growth of the business.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems, taking ownership and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
What you will do
- Manage facade design and engineering challenges.
- Coordinate with architects, contractors and consultants.
- Prepare Gateway 2 submissions for HRBs.
- Carry out site, factory and installation inspections.
- Lead façade failure investigations and remedial works.
- Review designs, drawings and technical deliverables.
- Develop technical specifications and design standards.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Prepare fee proposals and support business development.
- Maintain strong client relationships.
- Mentor and support junior team members.
- Contribute to industry events, forums and publications.
- Support continuous improvement and quality standards.
Who you are
You are an experienced facade engineering professional with strong technical expertise and a practical, solutions-focused approach. You will ideally have:
- A degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Extensive facade design and engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of facade systems and detailing.
- Experience delivering complex multidisciplinary projects.
- Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations.
- Experience with inspections, testing and investigations.
- Strong technical and commercial skills.
- Excellent communication and client management skills.
- Ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Professional membership, or working towards membership, is advantageous.
Join us
You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group-wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.
Benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and Christmas shutdown (2–4 days)
- Private healthcare and generous benefits package
- Ongoing CPD, training, and certification support, with rewards for passing professional qualifications and achieving long service
- Pension - employer matched contribution of 5% qualified earnings
- Two annual professional subscriptions paid (if applicable)
- Discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
- Life assurance, 4x annual salary
- Opportunity to gain exposure to modern IT systems, cloud services, and cross-company projects
- Plus, access to a wider range of employee benefits and rewards
Important information
Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.
We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.
