Position Summary:
The Design Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the design process and leading a team of designers engineers and draftsmen in the creation of innovative facade solutions. This role requires a strong technical background excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of facade systems materials and construction techniques. The Design Team Leader will ensure that all designs meet client specifications industry standards and project requirements while fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Management
- Lead mentor and manage the design team providing guidance support and training to enhance skills and performance.
- Assign tasks set clear objectives and ensure the team meets project deadlines and quality standards.
- Conduct regular team meetings to review progress discuss challenges and share insights and best practices.
Design Development and Oversight
- Oversee the design process from concept to detailed design ensuring all designs are innovative functional and compliant with project requirements.
- Review and approve design drawings specifications and technical documentation ensuring accuracy and quality.
- Collaborate with clients architects engineers and other stakeholders to understand design requirements and provide technical expertise.
Project Management and Coordination
- Develop and manage project design schedules ensuring timely delivery of design documentation and solutions.
- Coordinate with project managers production teams and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of design and construction processes.
- Monitor project progress identify potential issues and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
Technical Expertise and Innovation
- Stay updated with the latest trends technologies and materials in facade design and construction.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the team promoting innovative design solutions and best practices.
- Conduct design reviews feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure design integrity and compliance with industry standards.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant building codes regulations and industry standards.
- Implement quality control procedures to review and validate design calculations details and documentation.
- Address any designrelated issues or conflicts during construction ensuring timely resolution and client satisfaction.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients architects and other project stakeholders.
- Present design concepts solutions and progress to clients stakeholders and internal teams effectively communicating technical details and design intent.
- Address client feedback and incorporate changes or improvements into the design process as needed.
Documentation and Reporting
- Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of design processes changes and approvals.
- Prepare and present design reports presentations and progress updates to senior management and clients.
- Maintain records of design iterations decisions and project milestones for future reference and compliance purposes.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: A degree in Architecture Civil Engineering Building Science or a related field. A master s degree or relevant certifications in facade design or construction management is a plus.
- Experience: 57 years of experience in facade design with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or senior design role. Experience in highrise buildings commercial projects or complex facade systems is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD Revit Rhino SketchUp and other 3D modeling tools. Familiarity with structural analysis software and BIM (Building Information Modeling) systems.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership teambuilding and mentoring abilities. Experience in managing and developing design teams.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex design concepts clearly and persuasively to clients and stakeholders.
- ProblemSolving Skills: Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to address design challenges creatively and effectively.
- DetailOriented: High attention to detail ensuring precision and quality in all design documentation and project deliverables.
Tools and Software:
- Design software (e.g. AutoCAD Revit Rhino SketchUp)
- BIM software (e.g. Autodesk Revit Navisworks)
- Structural analysis software (e.g. ETABS SAP2000)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint)
- Project management software (e.g. Microsoft Project Asana)
5-7 years of experience in facade design, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or senior design role. Experience in high-rise buildings, commercial projects, or complex facade systems is preferred.