We are hiring a Senior Architect to join our design-led practice in Dubai, UAE. This is a full-time, in-studio role for an experienced architect with strong technical ability, design maturity, and a background in delivering high-end residential and boutique commercial projects.
The ideal candidate brings both rigour and originality, is confident leading client engagements, and thrives in a lean, high-performing team. You’ll be responsible for end-to-end project delivery — from early concept and schematic development to detailed documentation, consultant coordination, and site support.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, documentation, and coordination of architectural projects from concept through construction.
- Produce schematic designs, detailed drawing packages, and full technical documentation.
- Guide client discussions, facilitate design reviews, and manage consultant input across all phases.
- QA and red-line internal and external drawing sets with clarity and precision.
- Oversee coordination with engineers, contractors, and specialists to ensure quality execution on site.
- Stay actively involved in design and technical drawing — this is not a hands-off leadership role.
- Contribute to refining studio workflows, standards, and delivery models.
- Represent the team with professionalism and confidence in both internal and external meetings.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience as an architect, including built work in high-end residential and boutique commercial projects.
- Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite; confident reviewing and QAing technical and visual outputs. Familiarity with tools like D5 or Enscape is advantageous.
- Ability to independently produce and review full construction documentation.
- Strong technical understanding of materials, construction methods, and building systems.
- Confident managing client relationships and engaging with consultants and contractors.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring ability in small, focused teams.
- Available to relocate to Dubai and work in-studio full time.
Benefits
Will be discussed during recruitment process.