Facade - Head of Design

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Starke Group Ltd is a leading specialist in high-performance façades and commercial joinery systems across New Zealand. We deliver premium solutions on complex builds – from cutting-edge luxury residences to large-scale commercial projects.

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We are built on the values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, and Ownership (H.I.L.O), and are known for precision, performance, and partnership.

Purpose of the Role\n

Own and deliver the design department from concept through to sign-off, ensuring it is compliant, buildable, and successfully executed through manufacturing, testing, and installation.

Design Delivery\n

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• Lead façade design through all stages to completion and sign-off in line with project programmes
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• Manage subcontract shop drawing teams and drive timely approvals
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• Coordinate PS1 certification and ensure compliance of all design outputs
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• Maintain high standards of accuracy, coordination, and buildability
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Design Coordination\n

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• Act as primary design interface with clients, architects, consultants, and contractors
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• Coordinate supplier technical input into the design
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• Manage sample, VMU, and PMU through approval
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• Work with the project team to manage design-driven variations and price changes during the design phase
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Manufacturing Support\n

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• Ensure design intent is maintained through subcontract manufacturing
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• Oversee manufacturing QA processes and review fabrication outputs
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• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing partners, including overseas where required
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Onsite Support\n

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• Resolve on-site design issues in line with construction programme demands
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• Oversee façade testing (501 and 502) and ensure compliant outcomes
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• Ensure alignment between approved design, manufactured product, and installed work
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Sales Support\n

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• Provide technical input during tender and early design stages as required
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Key Performance Objectives\n

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• Delivery of coordinated, compliant, and buildable design packages
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• Quality and timeliness of shop drawing production and approvals
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• Successful achievement of design sign offs (including PS1)
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• Manufacturing outputs aligned with design intent and quality expectations
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• Effective QA processes across subcontract manufacturing
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• Successful completion of façade testing (501 and 502) with compliant results
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• Timely and effective resolution of on-site design challenges
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• Reduction in design-related RFIs, rework, and site issues
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• Strong alignment between design, manufacturing, and installation outcomes
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Key Skills and Attributes\n

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• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in façade design and delivery within a specialist contractor environment
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• Strong technical expertise in façade systems, materials, fabrication, and installation
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• Proven experience managing shop drawing teams and external design resources
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• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design‑for‑manufacture principles
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• Experience managing QA processes within fabrication environments
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• Strong knowledge of façade testing requirements, including 501 and 502 protocols
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• Demonstrated capability in resolving complex design issues onsite
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• Excellent coordination and technical communication skills
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• High level of ownership and accountability for design outcomes
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Personal Attributes\n

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• Detail‑driven with a strong focus on quality and precision
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• Calm and highly effective in resolving complex technical issues under pressure
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• Strong leadership presence across design, manufacturing, and site teams
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• Proactive and solution‑focused, with a delivery‑first mindset
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• Embodies Starke Group values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, and Ownership
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Key RelationshipsValues Alignment\n

Every team member at Starke is expected to uphold and demonstrate our core values:

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• Honesty – Always be truthful and transparent
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• Integrity – Do the right thing, even when it’s hard
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• Loyalty – Commit to your team, clients, and the project
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• Ownership – Take responsibility for outcomes and deliver excellence
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