Sydney NSW | Full Time | Construction / Design & Engineering
$120,000 – $180,000 + Super
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a fast-growing international façade engineering and construction company that is expanding its presence across Australia and New Zealand.
Backed by an established overseas listed group and a substantial international design and engineering capability, the business is currently delivering major façade packages exclusively with leading Tier 1 builders across Sydney, ACT and other Australian markets.
With a growing pipeline of major commercial, healthcare, government and complex building projects, the company is looking to appoint experienced
Façade Design Managers / Senior Design Managers
to its Sydney team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced façade professional who wants to join a growing Australian operation while having access to the technical resources and engineering support of a major international organisation.
The Role
Based in Sydney and reporting to senior management, you will take ownership of façade design and technical coordination across major projects, generally involving façade packages valued at
$20M+
.
The position is approximately
50% technical design and 50% design/project coordination
, working closely with Tier 1 builders, architects, consultants, project teams and an established offshore design and drafting team.
You will also manage and support a local Façade Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
Lead façade design and technical coordination across major construction projects
Attend design coordination meetings with Tier 1 builders, architects and consultants
Review and coordinate façade system designs, shop drawings, site drawings and installation details




Coordinate closely with the international design and engineering team throughout design development
Manage RFIs, design changes, technical queries and ongoing project documentation
Review project specifications, Australian Standards and relevant compliance requirements
Develop practical design solutions to resolve technical, manufacturing and site installation issues
Coordinate with Project Managers regarding procurement, installation methodology and locally sourced materials
Support site teams with shop drawing interpretation, installation planning and technical problem solving
Coordinate third-party consultants, engineering reviews and required design certifications
Support VMU/PMU design coordination, inspections and related technical activities
Manage and mentor local façade design/coordinator resources
Occasionally travel to ACT or interstate projects as required
About You
We are particularly interested in candidates coming from a
façade contractor, façade consultancy or major Tier 1 builder environment
.
Ideally, you will have:
Strong commercial façade / curtain wall industry experience
Previous experience as a Façade Design Manager, Design Manager, Senior Façade Engineer, Façade Project Engineer or similar
Experience delivering large-scale commercial, healthcare, government or other complex construction projects
Strong knowledge of façade systems,



shop drawings and design coordination
Practical understanding of how façade design translates into manufacturing and site installation
Experience coordinating with Tier 1 builders, architects, engineers and specialist consultants
Strong knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, NCC requirements and façade compliance
Ability to identify technical issues and develop practical, buildable solutions
Experience managing or coordinating internal and/or offshore design teams
A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, construction, architecture or a related discipline
Solid English and
Mandarin communication skills
, as regular technical coordination with the international design team is required
Unrestricted Australian working rights
Experience delivering façade packages for major Tier 1 builders such as Multiplex, Lendlease, Mirvac or comparable contractors will be highly regarded.
Why Join?
$120K – $180K + Super
, depending on experience
Work on major
$20M+ façade packages
Exposure to high-profile Tier 1 commercial, healthcare and government projects
Join an international listed group during a significant period of Australian growth
Work directly with leading Tier 1 builders
Access to a large international engineering, design and drafting capability
Opportunity to take genuine ownership of technical design and project delivery
Sydney-based position with exposure to projects across NSW and ACT
Strong longer-term career opportunities as the Australian operation continues to expand
If you have strong façade technical knowledge and enjoy solving complex design and construction problems, we would be interested in speaking with you.
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