Facade Consultant

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General information

Organisation

Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering and mobility service sectors.
We design and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings capable of responding to the climate emergency and helping to achieve more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development.
With operations in 120 countries, Egis places the expertise of its 18,000 employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovation accessible to all projects.
Improving people's quality of life and supporting communities in their social and economic development, whilst drastically reducing carbon emissions and achieving vital 2050 net zero targets, that's our purpose.
  

Reference

2024-11659  

Position description

Job title

Facade Consultant

Contract type

Permanent contract

Business Line specific context

Company Description

 

About Inhabit


Inhabit is an innovative consulting group exclusively focused on providing specialist engineering services with offices in Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Europe. We partner with some of the world's most well-known
architects, builders and industry regulatory authorities in the development and creation of sustainable, built environments that redefine 'Living Engineering'.


Our vision: To be the world's leading Specialist Engineering Services Provider and recognised leader in producing works of exceptional quality and value.


Our mission: To build, better, more efficient buildings and to set benchmarks for continuing improvement in international building standards.


Our collaborative approach unites the experience and expertise of our people across our international network of offices. Our clients are traditional engineers, architects and those who are involved in changing our built environment with vision and sustainability as the focus.

Job description

The role includes:

 

  • Contribute to the design and engineering of curtain wall and cladding systems, as well as speciality systems (i.e. structural glass, cables, ETFE etc.)
  • Understanding of design and build-ability of façade systems including material knowledge and installation techniques
  • Coordinate with other project consultants such as Architects and Builders to determine best practice façade design outcomes
  • Provide hand-design sketches, and develop reports for all stages of the project from conception to completion
  • Preparation of fee proposals
  • Write specifications and respond to site and construction-related queries
  • Assist and coordinate with other members of the consulting team in the preparation of project deliverables
  • Provide assistance during the construction of façade systems including attendance mock-up testing, shop drawing reviews and conducting factory & site inspections
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other team members

 


Qualifications
Skills and Experience

 

 

  • Master's degree in Architecture (or 5-year equivalent) or Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering
  • Significant experience working in the construction industry
  • Extensive familiarity with façade systems, façade design, materials and fabrication/manufacture
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to hand sketch for presentation purposes
    Client and team-focused
  • Knowledge of relevant standards and codes for façades and services
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Be flexible to meet the varied demands of the role

 

You must have the right to work in the UK 

Profile

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

 

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

 

Inhabit is a part of the Egis group of companies. To learn more visit https://inhabitgroup.com/an-egis-company/

Position location

Job location

Europe, United Kingdom

City

  London

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

4-Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science

Minimum level of experience required

N/A