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Senior Architect (Site Supervision)

AtkinsRéalis
Dubai, UAE
Full-time
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
Architectural designUrban designRevitAutoCADRhinoAdobe Suite

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Role overview

Oversee the full spectrum of architectural design for different asset types.

Lead work on specific project elements with minimal direction and supervision from a senior team member.

Responsibilities

  • Manage design scope and schedule in line with project objectives, requirements, and standards.
  • Integrate design packages across disciplines and champion Safety in Design.
  • Deliver architectural design from concept to completion across diverse asset typologies.
  • Prepare drawings, presentations, and comprehensive design documentation through detailed design.
  • Supervise design production stages and lead qualitative reviews with recommendations to executive management.
  • Oversee department architects, designers, managers, and professionals; lead multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Develop and review asset briefs, manuals, standard documents, schedules, sample boards, sourcing, and mock-ups.
  • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, project teams, and departments; track Capex documentation.
  • Monitor technical compliance in design and construction and resolve design issues within budget and design approach.

Knowledge and experience

  • 13+ years of architectural design and management experience post-undergraduate.
  • Experience managing international design consultants across sectors and typologies.
  • Experience in residential, commercial, public, healthcare, and educational design.
  • Construction experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrated success delivering large, complex programs focused on quality and innovation.
  • Knowledge of financial and commercial project management, risk, scope, international standards, statutory requirements, and sustainable design.

Education and certifications

  • B.Arch or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university.
  • Postgraduate degree in Architecture or Urban Design.
  • International accreditation such as RIBA, AIA, or equivalent.
  • Sustainability certifications such as LEED, PQP, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Skills

  • Strong conceptual and aesthetic design skills.
  • Fluent English and strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Suite; Grasshopper and V-Ray are a plus.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and large-scale projects.
  • Strong organization, deadline management, collaboration, and self-motivation.

Benefits

  • Benefits include life and medical insurance, annual leave, gratuity, discretionary bonus, annual flight contribution, and transportation and housing allowances.
  • Employee wellbeing support includes access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, health, fitness, and nutrition.

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