Design Manager

About Al Abbar Group

We are Al Abbar Group, a global leader in façade solutions with over 50 years of expertise in designing, engineering, manufacturing, and installing architectural envelopes worldwide. Headquartered in Dubai, and supported by design offices in Dubai, Manila, Mumbai, and Chennai, Al Abbar has a strong presence across the Middle East, Asia, and North America. The Group has successfully delivered several landmark projects, including the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and Dubai International Airport.

Al Abbar Group provides complete end-to-end façade solutions — from concept design to engineering, fabrication, and installation — with a strong focus on quality, innovation, sustainability, and design excellence.

Cochin office

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor of Architecture.

• 10–12 years of experience in façade design, curtain wall, or aluminium system projects

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• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary design teams.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, HiCAD, Revit, Tekla, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong technical knowledge of façade systems, aluminium profiles, glass, cladding, waterproofing, and structural interfaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage façade design teams across multiple projects.
• Review architectural, structural, and tender drawings for compliance.
• Oversee concept design, 3D modelling, shop and fabrication drawings, and material take-offs (MTO).
• Ensure compliance with international standards (BS, EN, ASTM, AAMA, AS/NZS).
• Coordinate with design teams across Dubai, Mumbai, Chennai, and Manila.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and system suppliers for technical queries.
• Supervise structural and thermal analysis and ensure design validation.
• Approve MTOs, shop drawings, and cutting lists in coordination with procurement and fabrication.
• Support tendering, estimation, and value engineering initiatives.
• Implement design automation, BIM workflows, and standardisation.
• Conduct training and technical workshops for engineers and draftsmen.
• Manage variations, documentation, and ensure design quality.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews, internal audits, and continuous improvement programs.
• Foster innovation, technical excellence, and compliance in all design stages.

Why Join Us ?

Join our Cochin office and be part of Al Abbar Group’s legacy of engineering excellence. Work on landmark global projects and grow your career with one of the most trusted façade solution providers in the world.

• Be part of a dynamic, creative team delivering innovative global façade projects.
• Contribute to the development of our new Kochi office.
• Work within a globally recognised organisation with strong engineering and design expertise.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Exposure to iconic international projects and advanced design technologies.