Position Title: Head of Technical
Working Hours: 6 days/week

Our client are seeking an experienced and vision-driven Head of Technical to lead our technical, engineering, and design delivery functions, with a strong core emphasis on curtain wall / facade systems alongside general building and architectural fit-out integration.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Engineering Direction

• Lead and oversee the technical, design, and draft engineering teams in executing technical proposals, detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and structural calculations.

• Serve as the senior technical authority across all curtain wall, unitized facade, cladding, structural glazing, and architectural finishing works.

• Ensure all engineering design solutions comply with local regulatory codes (BCA, Eurocodes, SS, Fire Safety/SCDF, and relevant authority requirements).

Project Delivery & Technical Governance

• Partner with Project Managers and Site Teams to review technical feasibility, methodology statements, facade system performance (mock-up tests, air/water tightness tests), and installation sequences.

• Resolve complex engineering issues, design conflicts, and site technical discrepancies efficiently.

• Oversee value engineering initiatives without compromising structural integrity, quality, or compliance standards.

Vendor & Subcontractor Technical Oversight

• Review material submittals, specialist subcontractor design submissions, and structural consultant endorsements.

• Conduct technical evaluations during procurement phases for glass, aluminum extrusions, sealants, brackets, and key facade hardware.

Team Mentorship & Operations Management

• Mentor, train, and manage in-house draftsmen, structural engineers, and technical coordinators.

• Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for drawing management, BIM/CAD workflows, and technical QA/QC processes.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 6 years of technical/engineering experience in the local construction sector, with at least 3 years in a leadership/head technical role specifically within curtain wall / facade specialist engineering.

• Technical Proficiency:

  • In-depth knowledge of aluminum curtain wall systems, structural sealant glazing, unitized/stick systems, metal cladding, and skylights.

  • Familiarity with CW01 (General Building) and GB1 operational protocols in Singapore.

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), and structural analysis software.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of BCA Building Regulations, Singapore Standards, Eurocodes, and SCDF Fire Safety regulations.

• Leadership Skills: Proven track record in managing cross-functional technical teams, coordinating with consultants, developers, and main contractors.

• Certifications: PE (Professional Engineer) registration or certification in Facade Engineering is an added advantage.
  

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