Civil Engineering & ConstructionFull time
23 Sept
Facade Design Manager
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
AED 10,000 - 15,000 + Benefits
Full time
Our client, a leading aluminium and façade solutions company, is looking to hire a Design Manager – Façade in Abu Dhabi to lead design and engineering activities.
Role: Design Manager – Façade
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Role Overview
Our client is looking for a Façade Design Manager to lead the façade design team and oversee the development of façade systems including curtain walls, cladding, glazing, skylights, and aluminium structures. The role ensures that designs comply with project specifications, structuralrequirements, and industry standards, while coordinating closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the façade design team to deliver high-quality design outputs.• Review architectural drawings, tender documents, and project specifications.• Oversee the preparation of detailed design, shop, and fabrication drawings.• Ensure façade systems meet structural, thermal, and performance requirements.• Perform and review design calculations, including wind load, structural analysis, and thermal performance.• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and project managers.• Ensure compliance with international standards such as ASTM, BS, and EN, as well as project specifications.• Review and approve material submittals, method statements, and technical documentation.• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to design engineers and draftsmen.• Resolve design-related issues during fabrication and installation stages.• Optimize designs for cost-effectiveness, manufacturability, and installation efficiency.• Monitor project timelines and ensure design deliverables are submitted on schedule.
Qualifications & Required Competencies
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.• Specialized training or certification in façade engineering is preferred.• Strong expertise in façade systems, including curtain walls, aluminium systems, glazing, cladding, and skylights.• Proficiency in design software such as LogiKal/Orgadata, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar.• Strong knowledge of structural calculations and façade performance criteria.• Proven leadership and team management skills.• Strong coordination, communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.• Minimum 10 years of experience in façade design.• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.