Senior Facade Engineer
Kling Consult International GmbH and Co KG Architectural Design & Engineering LLC
Role:Kling Consult International GmbH and Co KG - Dubai Branch is a leading architectural and engineering consultancy headquartered in Germany.
This is a full-time 6 days a week on-site role located in Dubai, UAE.
Responsibilities
This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Facade Engineer located in Dubai. The Facade Engineer should have experience in large and complex project leading the Design and Coordination/Executive process with key responsibilities to comply with.
Design Coordination and Review
Review and comment on design and material submittals, and method statements related to façade works.
Coordinate with design teams to resolve any technical discrepancies and/or site issues.
Ensure design intent is maintained throughout construction and installation stages.
2.Coordination and Communication
Liaise with contractors, consultants, and client representatives on façade-related matters.
Participate in coordination and technical meetings to resolve interface and sequencing issues.
Collaborate with structural, architectural, and MEP teams to manage façade interfaces effectively.
Leading the Technical/Progress Meetings associated with Façade scope of work.
Supervision and Quality Control
Supervise façade installation works on site to ensure compliance with approved design, materials, and construction methods.
Conduct regular inspections of executed works throughout all stages, related to different façade systems like : glazed curtain wall systems, cladding systems and all associated elements related to envelope of the building.
Verify that façade materials delivered and installed meet the approved samples, mock-ups, and specifications.
Monitor workmanship to ensure it aligns with project quality standards and best practices with façade industry.
4.Site Monitoring and Reporting
Prepare daily and weekly site reports detailing progress, issues, and inspection results.
Track façade construction progress and identify potential delays or conflicts with other trades.
Provide technical support to site teams and advise on corrective actions when non-conformities arise.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
Ensure façade works are executed in accordance with safety standards and regulations and in accordance to local authorities regulations (DM, DCD etc.)
Monitor the safe use of façade materials, access equipment, and lifting mechanisms during installation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in façade engineering, with at least 5 years in site supervision for large-scale building projects.
Strong knowledge of façade systems, curtain wall design, materials (glass, aluminium, steel, stone), and installation techniques.
Experience in reviewing and approving façade shop drawings, submittals, and mock-ups.
Experience in Design Coordination process during project execution between different parties (Contractor, Consultant or Client)
Familiarity with international façade standards (ASTM, BS, EN) and local authority requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit (preferred), and façade performance analysis tools.
Excellent communication, coordination, and report-writing skills.
