Senior Façade Engineer (Specialist)

WS Atkins International General Contracting Company; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Flight contribution

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Façade Engineer to lead the design, coordination and delivery of complex façade systems for high-rise and mixed-use developments. You will ensure architectural intent, structural performance and sustainability are integrated, oversee design development, material selection, analysis, procurement support and site supervision.

The role requires leadership across BIM coordination, quality assurance and multidisciplinary interfaces, with a track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Façade Engineering or Building Physics is preferred.
• 12+ years of façade engineering experience in consultancy, specialist practice, contractor, or developer environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of façade systems including curtain walls and cladding.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, MEP, and contractors.
• Review shop drawings, material submissions, and calculations.
• Provide site supervision, QA, and testing oversight.
• Support BIM coordination and project interfaces.
• Manage risk, value engineering and client communications.

Skills

Façade design

Coordination

BIM coordination

Project leadership

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Master’s degree in Façade Engineering or Building Physics

Tools

CWCT standards

Revit/BIM

Job description

Job Description Overview

The Senior Façade Engineer will lead the design, coordination, technical review, and delivery of façade engineering solutions for complex building and mixed-use developments. The role is responsible for ensuring the successful integration of architectural vision, structural performance, sustainability objectives, and construction requirements into high-quality façade systems. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, overseeing façade design development, material selection, engineering analysis, procurement support, construction supervision, quality assurance, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring compliance with client requirements, international standards, and project delivery objectives.

Your role

Façade Design & Engineering Lead the design and engineering of building façade systems including curtain walls, cladding systems, skylights, roofing interfaces, glazing systems, architectural metalwork, and specialty façade elements. Develop façade design concepts, specifications, calculations, and technical reports. Perform façade performance assessments related to structural integrity, thermal performance, acoustic performance, weatherproofing, fire safety, and sustainability requirements. Review and approve façade shop drawings, material submissions, mock-ups, and engineering calculations. Ensure façade solutions meet architectural intent while maintaining constructability, durability, and lifecycle performance.

Technical Coordination & Design Management

Coordinate closely with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, contractors, and specialist façade consultants. Manage design interfaces between façade systems and surrounding building elements. Conduct technical design reviews and identify opportunities for value engineering and optimization. Support BIM coordination and multidisciplinary integration throughout the design process. Review design proposals for compliance with project specifications, international standards, and local authority requirements.

Construction Support & Site Supervision

Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases. Monitor façade installation activities to ensure compliance with approved designs and quality requirements. Review testing protocols and witness performance testing including air infiltration, water penetration, structural loading, and mock-up testing. Resolve technical issues arising during fabrication and construction. Support project teams during inspections, handover, and defect rectification stages.

Stakeholder & Client Management

Act as the primary façade engineering representative for clients and project stakeholders. Participate in design workshops, technical meetings, and coordination reviews. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering recommendations. Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and specialist consultants. Provide expert technical advice regarding façade technologies, materials, and best practices.

Commercial & Risk Management

Support cost planning and procurement strategies for façade packages. Identify technical and project risks associated with façade systems and implement mitigation measures. Review contractor claims, variations, and technical change requests. Ensure compliance with project governance procedures and contractual requirements. Contribute to bid evaluations and contractor selection processes.

Quality, Sustainability & Innovation

Promote sustainable façade design solutions that improve energy efficiency and environmental performance. Ensure compliance with sustainability frameworks, energy codes, and green building certification requirements. Maintain the highest standards of quality assurance and technical excellence. Drive innovation through adoption of emerging façade technologies, digital engineering tools, and advanced materials.

About you

• Education Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Façade Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Physics, or relevant field preferred.
• Experience 12+ years of experience in façade engineering within engineering consultancy, specialist façade consultancy, contractor, or developer organizations.
• Proven experience delivering complex façade packages for high‑rise towers, commercial developments, hospitality projects, mixed‑use developments, airports, healthcare facilities, or mega projects.
• Strong experience delivering projects within the Middle East, preferably Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, or other GCC markets.
• Experience managing façade design from concept through construction and handover.
• Demonstrated success coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and specialist contractors.

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of: Curtain wall systems and façade technologies Cladding systems and building envelopes Structural design and façade analysis Thermal, acoustic, and energy performance Building physics and sustainability principles Façade testing and commissioning Construction methodologies and quality assurance BIM and digital design coordination
• Knowledge of Standards Strong familiarity with: CWCT standards and guidelines ASTM façade testing standards EN and BS façade design standards International Building Code (IBC) Fire safety and building envelope regulations Local authority approval requirements Health, Safety and Environmental requirements

Leadership Competencies

• Exceptional technical leadership and mentoring capability.
• Strong client‑facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complex façade packages and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to influence design outcomes and drive technical excellence.

Preferred Certifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng)
• Society of Façade Engineering (SFE) Membership
• RIBA, ICE, IStructE, CIOB, or equivalent professional accreditation
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or sustainability‑related certification
• PMP or equivalent project management certification

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. This includes:

• Tax‑free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. Created by the integration of long‑standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end‑to‑end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.