Senior Façade Designer

Senior Façade Designer – Job Description

Job Title: Senior Façade Designer
Location: UAE / GCC
Industry: Façade / Architectural / Construction / Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Façade Designer to lead the design, detailing, and coordination of façade systems for high-rise, commercial, and mixed-use projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of curtain wall systems, cladding, glazing, and architectural detailing, along with the ability to manage design teams and liaise with architects, consultants, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Development

• Develop façade design concepts, shop drawings, and detailed fabrication drawings.
• Prepare system details for curtain walls, unitized systems, skylights, louvers, metal cladding, and glass façades.
• Perform design calculations, wind load analysis, and structural checks in coordination with engineers.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and local authority regulations.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP teams, and project managers.
• Attend design meetings and provide technical presentations when required.
• Review architectural drawings and propose façade solutions.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor junior designers and draftsmen.
• Review and approve drawings before submission.
• Allocate tasks and manage deadlines to ensure timely project delivery.

Documentation & Approvals

• Prepare material submittals, method statements, and design reports.
• Support authority submissions and approvals.
• Maintain organized project documentation and revisions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 7–12 years of façade design experience (GCC experience preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, Rhino, or similar 3D tools.
• Strong knowledge of aluminium systems, glass specifications, and façade materials.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (ASTM, BS, EN).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month