Senior Façade Designer

About Arup

Arup is an independent company of engineers, architects, designers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a wide range of professional services.

It is the creative force behind some of the most important and innovative projects in today’s-built environment, both small and large in scale. With 90 offices in 35 countries, our more than 18,000 employees offer a wide range of professional services. Thus, through our work, we want to create a positive impact in our current environment.

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a tea of more than 220 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Role

We are looking for a designer to join the Arup Madrid Facades team. This team specializes in the design of architectural envelopes for various building types, with a focus on unique and innovative projects.

The selected individual will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team and will have the opportunity to participate in exceptional projects. The responsibilities include:

• Coordinating project teams and developing facade projects
• Interacting and coordinating with clients, consultants, engineers, and industrial stakeholders involved in the projects
• Developing architectural ideas, design proposals, and construction details
• Determining performance objectives for building envelopes in collaboration with different engineering teams and sustainability consultants
• Creating project documentation, including details, reports, specifications, measurements, and budgets
• Monitoring and reviewing projects
• Providing technical assistance during construction (technical due diligence)
   

Minimum requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Technical Architecture, or Industrial Engineering
• 5-8 years of experience coordinating projects or specializing in facade design
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make decisions
• Proficiency in freehand drawing and sketching
• Knowledge of 3D drawing and modeling software such as AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, and Revit
• High proficiency in both Spanish and English (C1 level)
• Interest in working on national and international projects, with a focus on sustainability, digital environments, and innovation
   

Assessable requirements

Experience in facade-related work, both in the office and on-site.

Conditions

Immediate incorporation.

How to apply for this vacancy?

To apply for this vacancy, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English.

Why work at Arup

• We work on innovative and international projects collaborating with different disciplines and offices around the world
• We offer flexible check-in and check-out hours and a hybrid work model
• You will have the possibility of living a professional experience abroad, through our international assignments
• We offer a flexible contribution plan, being able to choose the benefits that best suit our needs: nursery vouchers, transport card, restaurant vouchers, pension plan and medical insurance
• We have continuous training through our Arup University platform, LinkedIn Learning licenses and access to virtual English/Spanish classes
• We are committed to equal opportunities through the objectives established in our equality plan
• You will be able to participate in EDI initiatives (equity, diversity and inclusion) that are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, such as Connect Out Europe and Connect Women +
• You can also participate in the Community Engagement (commitment to different communities) and Ovagreen (commitment to the environment) initiatives
• We promote a healthy life among our employees through subsidies with different sports centers, inter-company leagues, tournaments, free daily coffee, tea, local fruit...
• We allocate several of our profits to knowledge at work, with the possibility of financing research through the Invest in Arup program
• We are committed to a young and dynamic work environment, in which juniors and seniors share values ​​and learn from each other through internal activities
• We contribute part of our annual benefits to solidarity projects, such as the design and construction of various buildings and infrastructures in developing countries
• The independence of Arup as a company allows us to share with all Arupians a part of the profits obtained globally twice a year
• Arup is, according to the ranking of Actualidad Económica, El Mundo, one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2023
• We have received the "Empresa más igual" award from the Community of Madrid at the XIX Edition of the Madrid Flexible Company Awards 2023 for our equality and diversity policies
• We adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity of the Generation and Talent Observatory promoted by the 50Plus Think Tank Association, committing ourselves to equal opportunities regardless of age
   

What are we searching for? 

At Arup we place sustainability at the heart of our projects and invest in research and development to address issues such as climate change and poverty. We have committed to achieving the goal of net zero emissions by 2030 and making a significant contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Therefore, we look for people who share these concerns and interests, creating shared value for our customers and our communities while safeguarding our planet. Arup commits to net zero across global operations by 2030 - Arup. 

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