Façade Designer

AKT II Envelopes is a dedicated team of façade engineers working alongside the renowned and highly innovative structural engineering practice of AKT II. This stimulating design engineering environment brings many opportunities to explore new technologies and to develop holistic facades as part of a first class design team. Much of our work is undertaken with world-leading architects for high profile Clients, giving our designers and engineers unparalleled opportunities to extend their skills and expertise.

What is the role?

A Façade Designer with design/detailing background, who will collaborate with architects and other building professionals to design and deliver the envelope for high-spec buildings in the UK and abroad.

Your responsibilities will include, and are not limited to, the following:

Design of project details under the guidance of a team leader or Associate Director
Producing concept sketches, detailed designs, calculations and reports in accordance with project programmes
Liaising with other disciplines and ensuring the coordination of design and detailing work appropriate to the project
Review and evaluate design deliverables to advise on compliance with specifications and industry guidance/standards
Coordinate with project teams to resolve project related issues and ensure deliverables are met
Maintain internal document control of drawings
Edit specifications to clarify the technical requirements of the design
Review facade contractor’s tender returns and design submissions
Witness testing of façade systems
Undertake factory visits and site inspections

Skills:

Experience of developing and presenting ideas to Architects, Clients and Contractors in meetings
Sketching – An ability to communicate ideas and develop concepts using hand sketches
Design/Detailing – competence in 2D and 3D CAD software, preferably Revit and Strand,
Building Physics – understanding of the principles governing thermal performance, condensation risk, etc and how they are applied in facade design
Structure – understanding how the principles of structural mechanics are applied in facade design
Research and evaluate materials and system options to keep knowledge up-to-date
Knowledge of materials and installation techniques
Report writing – an ability to compile well written text with suitable images
Familiarity with façade system designs, fabrication and assembly techniques
Working knowledge of relevant National/International standards and codes for facades
Ability to understand and react to design changes and budget constraints

Experience:

Proven experience as:

a facade consultant or
a designer for specialist facade subcontractor, or
an architectural technician specialising in facades

Qualifications

Relevant degree (Facade Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Structural Engineering, etc.)

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Façade Designer.