Design Head (Architect)

About Metalia

Metalia is a design-led, customised metal facade company specialising in premium metal cladding, screens, and facade systems. As we scale across multiple business verticals, we are looking for an experienced Design Head – Architect to lead and strengthen our overall design function.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Architect with 8+ years of experience, preferably from the interior, exterior, facade, or architectural design industry.

The ideal candidate should combine strong design sensibility with technical detailing, execution knowledge, team leadership, and client-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the design team across multiple business verticals.
• Establish and maintain high standards for design quality, detailing, drawings, and documentation.
• Review and approve designs from concept through execution drawings.
• Lead design discussions and presentations for key clients and projects.
• Ensure designs are technically feasible and ready for execution.
• Work closely with Operations, Projects, Production, Procurement, and Sales teams.
• Conduct regular design reviews and minimise design-related rework.
• Standardise design processes, approvals, documentation, and handovers.
• Drive innovation in materials, finishes, facade systems, and architectural solutions.

What We Are Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in Architecture, Interiors, Exteriors, Facades, or related industries.
• Architectural qualification/background – B.Arch/M.Arch preferred.
• Strong experience in architectural detailing and execution-oriented projects.
• Experience leading and mentoring design teams.
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, site execution, and construction detailing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit and 3D visualisation tools.
• Strong client presentation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to balance design creativity with technical and execution feasibility.
• Experience in facades, metal systems, Rhino/Grasshopper or parametric design will be an added advantage.