g2 Recruitment

Berlin

Facade Designer

MID

Posted 1 day ago

Quick Summary

Role Overview

A specialist facade engineering company is seeking an experienced Facade Designer for a 12-month freelance contract in Berlin or the Münster region. The role involves producing design and detailing packages for complex building envelope solutions across high-profile commercial and residential projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed facade and curtain walling designs from concept through to construction
Produce fabrication and installation drawings using HiCAD
Carry out internal design and principal design activities throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate with structural engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors
Review technical specifications and ensure compliance with German and European standards
Resolve technical design issues and assist with value engineering of facade systems

Requirements Snapshot

Proven experience as a Facade Designer within the building envelope sector
Strong proficiency in HiCAD software
Experience delivering both internal design and principal design responsibilities
Fluent German language skills in both speaking and writing
Eligibility to work in Germany as a freelance contractor

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Job Description

Facade Designer

Location: Berlin or Münster Region, GermanyContract Type: Freelance / ContractDuration: 12 Months (with potential extension)Start Date: ASA

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About the CompanyOur client is a specialist façade engineering and design company delivering complex building envelope solutions across Germany and Europe. With established offices in Berlin and the Münster region, they are involved in the design and delivery of high-profile commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.Due to an increasing project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Facade Designer to join their team on a 12-month freelance contrac

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The RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for producing façade design and detailing packages across a variety of projects. You will work closely with engineering, project management, and manufacturing teams, taking responsibility for both internal design development and principal design activities throughout the project lifecyc

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Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop detailed façade and curtain walling designs from concept through to construction.Produce fabrication and installation drawings using HiCAD.Carry out both internal design and principal design activities in accordance with project requirements.Coordinate with structural engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors.Review technical specifications and project documentation.Ensure designs comply with relevant German and European standards.Support design reviews and client meetings when required.Resolve technical design issues throughout project delivery.Assist with value engineering and optimisation of façade syst

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RequirementsEssentialProven experience working as a Facade Designer within the façade, curtain walling, glazing, or building envelope sector.Strong proficiency in HiCAD.Experience delivering both internal design and principal design responsibilities.Strong understanding of façade systems, fabrication processes, and installation requirements.Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings.Fluent German language skills (spoken and written).Eligibility to work in Germany as a freelance contractor.DesirableExperience working on large-scale commercial or high-rise projects.Knowledge of aluminium façade systems, curtain walling, windows, and doors.Understanding of relevant German construction regulations and standards.Additional English language skills would be advantag

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