Job Description
Sydney NSW | Full Time | Construction / Design & Engineering
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The Opportunity
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We are partnering with a quick-growing international façade engineering and construction company that is expanding its presence across Australia and New Zealand.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Role
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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+.
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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.
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You will also manage and support a local Façade Coordinator.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead façade design and technical coordination across major construction projects
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Attend design coordination meetings with Tier 1 builders, architects and consultants
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Review and coordinate façade system designs, shop drawings, site drawings and installation details
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Coordinate closely with the international design and engineering team throughout design development
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Manage RFIs, design changes, technical queries and ongoing project documentation
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Review project specifications, Australian Standards and relevant compliance requirements
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Develop practical design solutions to resolve technical, manufacturing and site installation issues
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Coordinate with Project Managers regarding procurement, installation methodology and locally sourced materials
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Support site teams with shop drawing interpretation, installation planning and technical problem solving
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Coordinate third-party consultants, engineering reviews and required design certifications
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Support VMU/PMU design coordination, inspections and related technical activities
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Manage and mentor local façade design/coordinator resources
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Occasionally travel to ACT or interstate projects as required
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About You
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We are particularly interested in candidates coming from a façade contractor, façade consultancy or major Tier 1 builder environment.
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Ideally, you will have:
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Strong commercial façade / curtain wall industry experience
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Previous experience as a Façade Design Manager, Design Manager, Senior Façade Engineer, Façade Project Engineer or similar
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Experience delivering large-scale commercial, healthcare, government or other complex construction projects
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Strong knowledge of façade systems,



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

📌 Senior Façade Design Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 HIRE COTT
📍 New South Wales