Job Description

Key roles and responsibilities:

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Design & Development

Lead and monitor the architectural design process for medium to large-scale projects. Develop and review detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documents. Ensure compliance with local building codes, standards, and regulations. Integrate sustainable design principles and innovative materials/technologies. Follow up with authorities and support consultant to get the required approval for the project drawings.
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Project Coordination

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, MEP, interior, landscape). Review and resolve design conflicts and technical challenges. Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities. Follow up with authorities and support consultant & contractor to get the required approval for the project. Supervise junior architects, draftsmen, and external design partners. lead and monitor the architectural works for conformance with the provisions of the contract documents and the procedures manual. Reviewing, and processing all architectural technical submittals. Answering RFIs related to architecture. Reviewing contractor's architectural change order proposals and preparing recommendations to Architectural PM. Liaison and coordinate with the necessary sub consultants. Reviewing contractors' claims related to architectural works and preparing recommendations for claims to Architectural PD. Reviewing the contractor's project record documents relevant to their discipline. Assisting with the inspection of completed works and monitoring the start-up, testing, commissioning and handover of the architectural works. Signing off on completed architectural works with completed documentation. Prepare weekly planning and weekly report. Perform all other duties given by Architectural PD. Review Contractor's material proposals against specified technical performance requirements and advise the PD on the appropriateness of the proposals.
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Technical Oversight

Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to project teams. Evaluate design proposals, drawings, and construction documents for accuracy and quality. Participate in site visits, inspections, and monitor construction to ensure design intent is met. Assist in value engineering and cost control during design and construction phases.
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Management & Reporting

Develop project schedules and ensure timely delivery of design packages. Prepare reports, presentations, and participate in client meetings. Support tendering and contract documentation processes. Ensure quality assurance procedures are implemented throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in architecture (4-5 Yrs.). Minimum 12+ years (UAE) of relevant experience in architectural design and project delivery. Strong knowledge of authority's regulation, building codes, standards, and construction methods. Familiar in design and drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, SketchUp, etc.). Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Strong communication and presentation abilities. Preferred (has PM certificate).

Key Competencies

Creative and technical design excellence. Strong attention to detail. Team leadership and mentorship. Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Effective collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

What's your notice period?? What's your expected monthly salary?
Experience:

* project architect: 10 years (Required)