Senior Architect (Real Estate & Property Development)
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About This Role
Overview
We are looking for a
Senior Architect
for a government-affiliated entity based in the UAE.
Location
– Sharjah, UAE
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
- 10-15+ years’ experience, with 5+ years in senior architectural coordination and site roles.
- Strong UAE experience with local authorities and construction practices.
- Proficiency in BIM/Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and UAE regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead architectural design reviews and ensure compliance with the company’s design objectives and technical standards.
- Oversee consultant coordination and regulatory approvals during design stages.
- Supervise site architects and manage execution of architectural and fit-out works on site.
- Coordinate material selection, façade systems, and interior fit-out detailing.
- Engage with Sharjah authorities (Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defence) for permits and clearances.
- Support tendering activities including BOQ and specification review and subcontractor evaluation.
- Ensure quality control, mock-up validation, and adherence to IFC drawings during construction.
- Manage handover documentation, authority approvals, and DLP rectifications.
Key Performance Indicators
- Timely completion of architectural reviews and approvals
- Compliance with regulatory authority requirements.
- Quality and timeliness of construction deliverables.
- Reduction in design-related RFIs and NCRs.
- Successful handover with minimal DLP issues.
Competencies
- Technical Leadership and Architectural Detailing (Fit-out)
- Cross-Disciplinary Coordination and Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement and Regulatory Navigation
- Quality Assurance and Risk Mitigation
- Team Mentorship and Performance Oversight
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Architect to lead architectural design review, site supervision, material coordination, and fit-out execution across multiple real estate development projects in Sharjah from initiation through handover, ensuring
compliance with standards and regulatory approvals.
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