Senior Facade Engineer

• Collaborate closely with GHD clients and provide specialist input during design and tender phases of projects to resolve technical problems and ensure quality of services.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams including Architecture, Structural Engineering, MEP Engineering, Acoustic Engineering, Fire and Life Safety, Façade Access, Project Management etc.
• Use AutoCAD, Rhino and Revit to communicate intent and prepare facade design documentation.
• Provide detailed engineering calculations and facade structural analysis, advice and reporting.
• Prepare design and engineering reports for design and construction stages.
• Liaise with manufacturers and system suppliers to better understand capabilities and limitations of their products.
• Provide practical advice to clients on build-ability and façade construction processes.
• Coordinate with Main Contractors and their specialist subcontractors.
• Review and advise on technical submittals from contractors.
• Undertake site visits during construction to ensure works are being erected in accordance with the approved design and specification; thereafter writing reports to summarize observations and findings.
• Undertake façade surveys, report on findings and make proposals for remediation where vital.
• Provide façade advisory role for façade refurbishment works.
• Handle routine contract administration for office and project procedures.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.
  

Qualifications Skills & Expertise:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputed University.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Façade Engineering, preferably with a mix of consultancy and contracting experience. Experience working in the UAE is essential.
• Experience working in the office and on site.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit and Rhino.
• Proficient in façade & structural finite element software, e.g. Strand 7, STAAD
• Sound knowledge in façade systems and design and relevant codes and standards.