Architecture Design Lead

Confidential; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Architectural Design Lead to steer high-profile projects from concept through detailed design. The role requires design-driven leadership and collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and clients to deliver exceptional architectural outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of architectural practice, a degree in Architecture, and strong proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of relevant architectural experience.
• Proven leadership of design teams on complex projects.
• Experience in UAE/GCC market is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design from concept to detailed design and delivery.
• Develop innovative, functional, and aesthetically strong architectural solutions.
• Lead and mentor architects, designers, CAD specialists, and other members of the design team.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, layouts, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead design reviews, presentations, workshops, and client/stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor design deliverables, quality, timelines, and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify design challenges and provide practical, innovative, and commercially viable solutions.
• Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality architectural outputs in line with organizational standards and project objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Team mentorship

Project coordination

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Technical docs

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM software

Job description

Architectural Design Lead

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an accomplished Architectural Design Lead to join a leading and highly respected organization in Dubai. This is an exciting opportunity for a design-driven professional to lead architectural initiatives and deliver exceptional design solutions across high-profile projects.

The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership from concept development through detailed design, while collaborating closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of design quality and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design activities from concept development through detailed design and project delivery.
• Develop innovative, functional, and aesthetically strong architectural solutions aligned with project objectives.
• Lead and mentor architects, designers, CAD specialists, and other members of the design team.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, layouts, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead design reviews, presentations, workshops, and client/stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor design deliverables, quality, timelines, and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify design challenges and provide practical, innovative, and commercially viable solutions.
• Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality architectural outputs in line with organizational standards and project objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a recognized institution.
• 10+ years of relevant architectural experience, preferably within leading architectural, engineering, real estate, construction, or development organizations.
• Proven experience in leading architectural design teams and complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, technical documentation, and project coordination.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and other relevant design software.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within demanding timelines.
• Experience in the UAE/GCC market is highly desirable.