Architect (mfd)

BeWunder; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Lunches provided

Annual Flight Allowance

Referral Bonus

Team Engagement

Job summary

BeWunder in Dubai seeks an experienced Architect to join Design & Engineering, transforming exhibition concepts into buildable, compliant solutions from schematic design to site. Close collaboration with internal AV/lighting and fit-out teams as well as external consultants.

You will develop architectural drawings, 3D models, coordinate with AVL, MEP, interior design, prepare tender docs, support during procurement and construction, and ensure budget alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 2+ years in architectural design and/or exhibition fit-out projects (pavilions, centers, museums or similar).
• Fluent in English; Arabic a plus.
• Strong drawing and detailing skills across schemes and buildability.

Responsibilities

• Translate design concepts into coordinated architectural drawings and details.
• Develop layouts, sections, elevations and 3D models.
• Coordinate with AVL, structural, MEP and interior disciplines.

Skills

Architectural design

Exhibition fit-out

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

3D visualization

Rhino

SketchUp

Excel

MS Project

Budgeting

English fluency

Arabic a plus

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

MS Project

Job description

Your mission

We are looking for an experienced Architect to join our Design & Engineering team and play a key role in the design development coordination and technical execution of exhibition fit-out projects. Working at the interface of design engineering and construction the Architect ensures that creative exhibition concepts are transformed into buildable compliant and coordinated solutions from schematic design to site implementation.

The position requires close collaboration with internal design AV/ lighting and fit-out teams as well as external consultants suppliers and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate exhibition design concepts into coordinated architectural drawings and construction details.
• Develop layouts sections elevations and 3D models in alignment with client requirements and technical constraints.
• Coordinate with AVL (Audio Video Lighting) structural MEP and interior design disciplines.
• Prepare tender and construction documentation including material specifications and schedules.
• Participate in design-assist processes technical reviews and value engineering.
• Support design managers and fit-out managers during procurement and construction phases.
• Provide continuous design support to the Fit-Out Manager during execution to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards.
• Conduct site visits to review construction progress and resolve design or coordination issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes regulations and standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of templates workflows and BIM standards.
• Contribute to cost estimation and budgeting during design development ensuring design decisions remain feasible within defined cost targets.
• Prepare or support quantity take-offs and coordinate with estimators to obtain and compare supplier or subcontractor offers for design-related packages.
• Participate in value engineering discussions and recommend materials or methods that balance quality aesthetics and budget.
• Support cost control by aligning design updates with budget implications throughout the project phases.

Your profile

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture.
• At least 2 years of experience in architectural design and/or exhibition fit-out projects (pavilions experience centers museums or similar environments).
• Strong command of Vectorworks or AutoCAD Revit/BIM and 3D visualization tools (Rhino SketchUp or similar) as well as Excel. MS Project is an advantage.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) Arabic language skills are a plus.
• Solid understanding of materials finishes fabrication methods and detailing for temporary and permanent exhibition structures.
• Experiencewithdesign-assistordesign-buildprojectenvironmentsisanadvantage.
• Strongawarenessofbudgetingandcostcontrolwithindesignprocesses.
• Experience reviewing supplier quotations and coordinating with estimation or procurement teams is an advantage.
• Abilitytoworkcollaborativelyinmultidisciplinaryteamsandundertightdeadlines.
• Solution-orientedandpragmaticmindset.
• Structured and detail-focusedapproach.
• Strongcommunicationandcoordinationskills.
• Curiosityfornewtechnologiesmaterials andmethods.
• High sense of ownership and responsibility throughout all project stages.

Why us

• Unified CAT A Silver Premium Medical Insurance provided as standard to all team members yes you read that correctly we all enjoy the same insurance category benefits!
• Complimentary lunches provided daily in our Dubai office canteen.
• Team Engagement Initiatives team-building activities health and wellness drives etc.
• Team Socials team BBQs season opening and closing parties.
• Workers Compensation and Accident Insurance.
• Annual Flight Allowance.
• Recruitment Referral Bonus Scheme for team members who refer successful applicants for our open positions.
• Project Referral Bonus Scheme for team members who refer successful project leads.
• Community & Diversity Programme including an annual BeWunder Culture Day celebrating our international and multicultural team.
• The opportunity to work in an international and multi-cultural team with collaboration across our offices in the Middle East and Europe.
• Collaborative and motivated working environment.
• Trusting and partnership-based cooperation across all units.
• An innovative and growth-oriented company with a matrix organizational structure and an open corporate culture.
• Further training opportunities and support in acquiring further qualifications as well as opportunities for further development in new technologies.

About us

BeWunder is your turnkey partner specializing in Event Production and Spatial Experiences.

We create inspiring and unforgettable experiences for our clients and their guests. Our renowned and highly-skilled team of industry experts in both live events and permanent construction is well-versed in bridging the gap between vision and reality. We design deliver and service complex challenging and large-scale projects in the field of museums and exhibitions EXPO and brand pavilions visitor and experience centers digital art spaces live events - both corporate and sporting as well as conferences and multimedia shows.

Our passion lies in producing multisensory and immersive experiences a perfect blend of new technologies and content staged lighting and interactive elements.

With our international track record in Europe the Middle East and Asia we are perfectly positioned to realize exceptional projects for our clients around the globe from initial concept design through to final installation and beyond!