Global Façade Designer: Innovative, Buildable Solutions

Buro Happold Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 20 days

MPF contribution

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Housing tax efficiencies

Discretionary bonus

International projects

Global network of experts

Job summary

Buro Happold Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a talented Façade Designer to join our growing façade team. You will work on complex projects across Asia Pacific and the Middle East, translating architectural vision into buildable, high-performing façades.

The role covers concept to construction, with responsibility for drawings, submissions, and coordination with clients and consultants. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Rhino, plus strong English communication, is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher diploma in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Rhino (Grasshopper).
• Solid understanding of façade systems, construction principles and design coordination.

Responsibilities

• Drive design excellence through analytical and innovative thinking.
• Develop façade concepts and solutions using 2D and 3D design tools.
• Translate architectural intent into technically robust and buildable façade designs.
• Prepare sketches, drawings and presentations for proposals and design reviews.
• Support and prepare Building Department submissions.
• Assist in the technical development of façade systems with materials like aluminium, steel, concrete, stone, glass and timber.
• Review project specifications for compliance with design and statutory requirements.
• Ensure façade design intent is maintained through all project stages.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, BD officers, contractors and other consultants.
• Contribute to project meetings and design workshops.
• Manage full drawing packages, detailing, coordination and presentations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Sustainability awareness

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Degree / Higher Diploma in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino (Grasshopper)

Job description

Buro Happold Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a talented Façade Designer to join our growing façade team. You will work on complex projects across Asia Pacific and the Middle East, translating architectural vision into buildable, high-performing façades.

The role covers concept to construction, with responsibility for drawings, submissions, and coordination with clients and consultants. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Rhino, plus strong English communication, is essential.