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Facade Consultant - Freelance

Drees & Sommer Asia and Middle East · Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Job DescriptionWe are excited to announce an opportunity for a Freelance Façade Consultant to work with our Dubai based Interdisciplinary Design & Research (IDR) team on some of the most exciting projects in the MENA region. Job Type: Freelance (a full-time job offer could be offered later based on performance review). Workplace Type: Remotely, Office-based in Dubai, or Hybrid are all welcome to apply.Please read carefully the below requirements:Qualifications· At least 3-5 years’ experience in façade design and consulting of complex/iconic building envelopes and lightweight structures· Bachelor’s Degree or above in a an architectural or engineering-design-based field: Architecture/Mechanical/Industrial/Structural EngineeringPersonal Qualities· Self-motivated· Team player· Capable of multitasking and working on multiple projects simultaneously· Capable of handling pressure while working remotely· Understands and respects corporate discipline and internationally recognised business etiquetteSkills & Knowledge· Experience working on complex/iconic international projects· Proficiency in building envelopes and lightweight structures related technical design, detailing, construction, and installation principles · Proficiency in using 2D and 3D CAD software like AutoCAD and Rhino· Good written and verbal communication skills (English)· Good graphic design and visual presentation skills · Ability to produce conceptual sketches and diagrams· Ability to produce 2D and 3D façade CAD details· Capable of assisting in formulating professional reports and PowerPoint presentations · Good communication and coordination skillsResponsibilities· Produce 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models for complex architectural façade designs· Formulate a façade 2D CAD tender package and IFC drawings · Conceptual visualisation of architectural and engineering designs using rendering software or AI · Assist in formulating façade design reports and PowerPoint presentations· Able to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams of consultants, contractors and suppliersPreferred / Bonus· Knowledge of BIM authoring tools, such as Revit would be a huge bonus· Knolwedge of parametric design tools such as Grasshopper & Dynamo to control software like Rhino, Tekla and Revit would be a huge bonus· Any CAD visualisation/rendering tools like Enscape or KeyShot would be a huge bonus· Knowledge of AI tools is a huge bonusApplication RequirementsIn addition to the above, please submit the following documents long with your application:· CV· Presentable mini portfolio in PDF format of decent resolution Important Notes· Please do not include Wetransfer links or CAD files in your submission. Links to videos are however welcome· We are looking for hands-on candidates who can draft and model details themselves