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About the Role:
As a Senior Façade Engineer, you will deliver high-quality façade design and structural solutions for complex projects across the UAE and GCC. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide specialist input during design and tender phases, and ensure compliance with local codes and client requirements. The role requires expertise in various façade systems and construction methodologies, including curtain walls, cladding, balustrades, and lightweight structures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead façade design projects, including analysis, evaluation, calculations, and drawings.
- Collaborate with internal and external teams (Architecture, Structural, MEP, Acoustic, Fire & Life Safety, Project Management).
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, structural analysis, and technical reports.
- Use AutoCAD, Rhino, and Revit to develop and communicate design documentation.
- Liaise with manufacturers, system suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure buildability and compliance.
- Review project specifications, material submittals, and shop drawings for performance and compliance.
- Conduct site visits, façade surveys, and provide remediation proposals as needed.
- Mentor and train junior staff; manage routine contract administration.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality documentation and client-focused solutions.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil or Structural)
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in façade engineering (consultancy and contracting experience preferred); UAE experience is essential.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and façade/structural finite element software (e.g., Strand 7, STAAD).
- Strong knowledge of façade systems, design, and relevant codes/standards.
- Programming experience (Rhino script, Grasshopper, Python, VB, C#) is an advantage.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in technical report writing and presenting design concepts.
Location: Makati, Quezon City, or Cebu (depending on home base / location)
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and help shape the future with GHD.
Why join GHD?
At GHD, we offer the chance to work on impactful projects, collaborate with experienced leaders, and contribute to shaping how infrastructure is delivered globally while growing your career in a supportive and values‑driven environment.
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GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil or Structural)
- Minimum 10 years experience in façade engineering
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and finite element software
- Strong knowledge of façade systems and relevant codes/standards
- Programming experience (Rhino script, Grasshopper, Python, VB, C#)
What We Do
GHD recognises and understands the world is constantly changing. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. We are a global professional services company that leads through engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Our forward-looking, innovative approaches connect and sustain communities around the world. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are focused on building lasting relationships with our partners and clients. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents – Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.
