Senior Facade Engineer
- Lead design teams and manage documentation for façade engineering projects.
- Establish and maintain strong client relationships while managing project budgets.
- Mentor junior engineers and drafters in a collaborative team environment.
- Façade Engineering
- Sydney
- Permanent / Full Time
The Opportunity
Our client is a highly respected, Australian-owned engineering consultancy known for technical excellence and an outstanding project pipeline. Operating across multiple major hubs in Australia and New Zealand, they offer a collaborative, supportive team culture and are deeply invested in your long-term career development. This unique position offers a rare chance to step into a high-performing environment where your technical expertise directly shapes iconic skylines.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Façade Engineer to join their Façade Engineering Team. In this pivotal role, you will lead design teams, manage documentation, and deliver high-quality concept and detailed plans. You will take primary ownership of client relationships, manage project budgets, and mentor a talented team of graduate engineers and drafters.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Documentation: Prepare concept and detailed design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and fee submissions to prescribed standards.
- Project Delivery: Monitor project delivery to ensure items are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with Workplace Health & Safety Regulations.
- Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary conduit for client communication, establishing strong relationships with clients, builders, contractors, and government bodies.
- Team Leadership: Provide technical guidance, informal training, and positive mentoring to junior engineers and drafting staff.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will bring:
- A Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent tertiary qualifications.
- A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the design and documentation of Façade Engineering projects.
- Proven project experience with Curtain Walls, Hebel Cladding, Masonry, and Waterproofing.
- Demonstrated experience compiling FP1.4 and Weatherproofing reports.
- Familiarity and competence with relevant Australian Standards and legislations within the building sector.
- Strong financial acumen regarding project cost control, critical review of design drawings, and high-level report writing.
Benefits
- Work alongside highly reputable, market-leading engineers in the façade space.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture that values internal promotion and skill-building.
- Opportunity to work on prominent, iconic projects.
- Highly competitive remuneration package and comprehensive corporate benefits.
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