Architect-Site Supervision

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

Job summary

Dar in Dubai is seeking a seasoned Architect to lead architectural project execution, coordination, and supervision across multidisciplinary teams. You will coordinate with design offices, liaise with clients and authorities, and ensure design intent and quality deliverables.

The role requires strong software skills (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp), sustainability knowledge, and excellent communication. Experience in architectural project execution and liaising with clients and authorities is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture is required.
• Experience in architectural project execution, coordination, and supervision.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp).
• Strong knowledge of sustainable design practices, building codes, and construction standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Proven experience in liaising with clients, governmental authorities, and design offices.
• Effective problem‑solving skills and ability to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily reviews of architectural and finishing works' designs, shop drawings and material submittals, ensuring compliance with project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Facilitate the coordination of project activities among architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Prepare and review technical correspondences, contract documentations, and project-related documentation to maintain clear and effective communication among project stakeholders.
• Scrutinize project deliverables, such as drawings, specifications, and reports, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to design intent.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and the client, maintaining regular communication, addressing concerns, and providing project updates to ensure client satisfaction.
• Work closely with design offices to facilitate design modifications, resolve design-related issues, and ensure seamless integration of design changes into the project.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site teams, addressing construction challenges, clarifying design intent, and ensuring the highest quality of architectural and finishing works.
• Attend and actively participate in technical meetings, including project review meetings, progress assessments, and coordination sessions, to keep all stakeholders aligned.
• Liaise with site supervision team and conduct site visits to understand projects' required details and pending design issues.
• Coordinate with technical team to initiate the required actions to respond to contractor.
• Perform any other jobs as may be assigned by the superiors.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.c

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily reviews of architectural and finishing works' designs, shop drawings and material submittals, ensuring compliance with project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Facilitate the coordination of project activities among various parties, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Prepare and review technical correspondences, contract documentations, and project‑related documentation to maintain clear and effective communication among project stakeholders.
• Scrutinize project deliverables, such as drawings, specifications, and reports, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to design intent.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and the client, maintaining regular communication, addressing concerns, and providing project updates to ensure client satisfaction.
• Work closely with design offices to facilitate design modifications, resolve design‑related issues, and ensure seamless integration of design changes into the project.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site teams, addressing construction challenges, clarifying design intent, and ensuring the highest quality of architectural and finishing works.
• Attend and actively participate in technical meetings, including project review meetings, progress assessments, and coordination sessions, to keep all stakeholders aligned.
• Liaise with site supervision team and conduct site visits to understand projects' required details and pending design issues.
• Coordinate with technical team to initiate the required actions to respond to contractor.
• Perform any other jobs as may be assigned by the superiors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture is required.
• Experience in architectural project execution, coordination, and supervision.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp).
• Strong knowledge of sustainable design practices, building codes, and construction standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Proven experience in liaising with clients, governmental authorities, and design offices.
• Effective problem‑solving skills and ability to make informed decisions.

We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.