Architectural Design Manager - Large-Scale UAE Projects

Arada

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 600,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

ARADA seeks a Design Manager - Architecture in Abu Dhabi to lead architectural design from concept to construction support. You will manage consultants, ensure design alignment with vision, investment, and quality benchmarks, and collaborate with internal teams across Development, Commercial, Construction, and Project Management.

The role requires 12+ years in large-scale developments, UAE experience, and strong expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and Adobe Suite.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture; Master’s degree preferred.
Membership of a recognised professional architectural body such as RIBA, AIA, or equivalent is preferred.
Minimum 12 years' experience in a consultancy and/or developer environment with large-scale developments.
Experience delivering projects in the Middle East; UAE experience strongly preferred.
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite, and BIM implementation processes.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary BIM coordination and design delivery in complex developments.
Excellent communication skills with fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the full architectural design lifecycle from concept through IFC and construction support.
Act as ARADA's design custodian, preserving design vision, brand, and quality.
Oversee consultants' design activities, monitoring progress, deliverables, and compliance.