Facade Specialist

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Facade Engineer to join their team. You will collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure successful facade design and construction, requiring a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and proficiency in design software. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

First class medical cover

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in facade design or construction supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects and structural engineers.
• Review facade design proposals for compliance.
• Conduct inspections during construction.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Troubleshoot facade-related challenges during construction.

Skills

Proficiency in relevant design software

Strong communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

As aFacade Engineer on our consultant team, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of facade design and construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in facade design or construction supervision.
• Proficiency in relevant design software and tools.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate facade systems seamlessly into overall building designs.
• Review and assess facade design proposals, ensuring compliance with local building codes and standards.
• Conduct thorough inspections during construction to verify that facade elements are installed correctly.
• Address any design discrepancies or issues promptly to maintain quality.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and progress updates related to facade design and construction.
• Review all contractor received documents during project execution (e.g. Shop drawings, material submittals, calculations, etc.).
• Communicate effectively with project managers and other team members.
• Troubleshoot facade-related challenges during construction.
• Stay informed about industry trends, materials, and innovative facade solutions.
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements and expectations.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations based on best practices.

About the Company

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services.

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As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services.