Senior Façade Architect / Façade Design Architect
Sana Al Jazira · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Ltd. is looking for an experienced Façade Architect / Façade Design Architect with strong technical knowledge of architectural façade systems and the ability to independently develop shop drawings, fabrication drawings and construction details.The candidate should have hands-on experience with complex façade projects involving GRC/GFRC, UHPC, Aluminum Cladding, Glass/Glazing and related façade systems.Key Responsibilities* Prepare detailed façade shop drawings and fabrication drawings.* Develop plans, elevations, sections, enlarged details and typical façade details.* Prepare GRC/GFRC and UHPC panel layouts, panelization and production/fabrication drawings.* Develop aluminum cladding, glazing and architectural metalwork details.* Prepare and coordinate façade fixing, bracket, support and connection details with structural requirements.* Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, MEP and other disciplines.* Review IFC/design drawings and identify clashes, missing information and constructability issues.* Prepare material take-offs and assist with façade optimization and panelization.* Coordinate drawings with factory/production teams and site installation teams.* Incorporate consultant/client comments and manage drawing revisions.* Coordinate BIM/Revit models where required.* Ensure drawings comply with approved specifications, materials and project requirements.Required Qualifications & Skills* Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering or related discipline.* Minimum 5 years of relevant façade design/detailing experience.* Strong practical experience in GRC/GFRC façade systems is essential.* Experience with UHPC architectural cladding is highly preferred.* Good knowledge of aluminum cladding, glazing/glass systems, architectural metalwork and façade interfaces.* Excellent AutoCAD skills.* Strong working knowledge of Revit/BIM.* Ability to independently prepare shop drawings and fabrication/production drawings.* Good understanding of façade brackets, anchors, steel supports, joints, tolerances and installation requirements.* Ability to read architectural and structural drawings and coordinate between disciplines.* Experience working directly with façade fabrication and site teams is highly preferred.* Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple façade packages under demanding project schedules.Candidates whose experience is mainly architectural concept/design work without substantial façade shop drawing and fabrication drawing experience will not be suitable for this position