Design Department Head / Manager

Future Tense - Human Resource Solutions · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Position Title: Design Department Head / Manager

Department: Design & EngineeringReports To: Operations Manager / Technical DirectorMin UAE Experience: 15+ years managing facade design teams for high-rise/commercial projects in UAE.Job Purpose: Directs the structural and architectural design department, supervising drafting teams to generate buildable shop drawings, structural calculations, and accurate fabrication data.Core Responsibilities:

Lead engineering team in producing complete facade packages (curtain walls, skylights, cladding).
Coordinate with main contractors and consultants to secure shop drawing approvals.
Oversee thermal, wind load, and structural calculation reviews.
Ensure accurate generation of cutting lists, glass schedules, and BOM to prevent production mismatches.
Approval follow-ups on time and Cost M request.Qualifications & Technical RequirementsB.Sc. in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering. Expert in AutoCAD, 3D/BIM (Revit), and facade calculation software.Industry experience: Mandatory to have experience in the aluminium sectorPS: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED