Arts and Design

Experience

5-7 years

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Vertical Transportation Design Planning to join our team. The role involves providing technical design and consultancy services for elevators, escalators, and other vertical transportation systems across various building projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop vertical transportation strategies and concepts based on project requirements, building usage, occupancy and applicable codes.
- Perform traffic analysis and lift traffic calculations to determine the appropriate number, capacity and speed of elevators.
- Prepare and review elevator and escalator layouts, specifications and design documentation.
- Coordinate vertical transportation requirements with architectural, structural, MEP and other engineering disciplines.
- Review and evaluate lift/escalator proposals, technical submissions, drawings and specifications from manufacturers and contractors.
- Prepare technical specifications, tender documents and equipment schedules.
- Provide technical support during tendering, vendor evaluation and contractor selection.
- Attend project coordination meetings and provide technical recommendations to clients, consultants and project teams.
- Review shop drawings, material submissions and technical documents for compliance with project requirements.
- Conduct site inspections and assist with installation, testing and commissioning where required.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable Indian Standards, international standards, local regulations and project-specific requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
- Coordinate with clients, architects, developers, contractors, manufacturers and other stakeholders.
- Support business development activities by providing technical inputs, project estimates and consultancy proposals.
- Stay updated with developments in elevator technology, energy efficiency, accessibility, safety requirements and vertical transportation standards.





Key Technical Skills Candidates should have experience in:
- Elevator and escalator design and consultancy
- Lift traffic analysis and calculations
- Elevator planning and equipment selection
- Elevator shaft and machine-room requirements

- Escalator planning and coordination
- Technical specifications and tender documentation
- Review of manufacturers technical proposals
- Shop drawing and technical submission review
- Site inspection and installation coordination

- Client and consultant coordination
- AutoCAD and relevant design/documentation software

Preferred Experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience in vertical transportation design/consultancy.
- Experience working on commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, retail or mixed-use projects will be an advantage.
- Good understanding of relevant lift and escalator codes and standards.
- Experience coordinating with elevator manufacturers and contractors.
- Strong technical communication and report-writing skills.

Educational Qualification
- Bachelors degree/diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Relevant experience in vertical transportation consultancy will be given preference.

Key Competencies
- Robust technical and analytical skills
- Good understanding of vertical transportation systems
- Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings
- Effective coordination and communication skills
- Client-facing and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Attention to detail and quality
- Willingness to travel to project sites when required

Role The successful candidate will work closely with clients, architects, developers, consultants, contractors and elevator manufacturers to deliver technically sound and commercially practical vertical transportation solutions. Disclaimer: This job posting and location has been aggregated from external source. Role details, content, and availability are subject to change. Applicants are advised to confirm the latest information directly on the company website before applying.

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