ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (ARCHITECT/URBAN DESIGNER)

Jobs For Humanity; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 293,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company is seeking an Associate Director (Architect/Urban Designer) in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing master planning projects, liaising with authorities, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and extensive experience in master planning. Benefits include a tax-free salary, medical coverage, and relocation support.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Paid leave

Gratuity

Bonuses

Flight contributions

Relocation support

Allowances

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 15-18 years' experience in master planning or real estate.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Deep knowledge of master planning from visioning to detailed stages.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve master plan design deliverables.
• Liaise with authorities for approvals.
• Manage in-house design teams for feasibility projects.

Skills

Planning

Architecture

Project Management

Report Writing

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Urban Design

Master's degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

CAD

Adobe Suite

Job description

AtkinsRalis is looking for an Associate Director (Architect/Urban Designer) in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

About AtkinsRalis

Created through the integration of longstanding organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver end-to-end services across the entire asset lifecycle, including consulting, advisory, environmental services, intelligent networks, cybersecurity, design, engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital projects. Our capabilities serve strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital projects. More information is available on our website or LinkedIn.

Role Responsibilities

1. Review assessment commentary and approve master plan design deliverables across all stages (Vision, PCMP, Framework, CMP, DMP).
2. Liaise with Authorities to ensure expeditious approvals.
3. Develop RFPs and brief design strategies for master plan projects.
4. Create land use datasets considering various land use types, traffic networks, open spaces, and current development trends.
5. Understand land use and product potential, including revenue-generating aspects.
6. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure multidisciplinary integration (feasibility, architecture, infrastructure).
7. Manage in-house design teams and deliver master plan feasibility projects aligned with management expectations.
8. Review master plan deliverables, ensuring compliance with Abu Dhabi Department of Municipality and Transportation (DMT) requirements.
9. Engage with relevant departments for procurement, marketing, and sales; coordinate internal test fits.
10. Collaborate with consultants to analyze land use projects, recommend sector splits, and review submissions for alignment with project briefs.
11. Present master plans to senior management and leadership as needed.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Master Planning, or Urban Design.
• Master's degree in Urban Design (preferred).
• Master's degree in Landscape Architecture (optional).

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• 15-18 years' experience in master planning or real estate master planning across various asset classes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, including business functions.
• Expertise in planning, architecture, infrastructure, engineering, transportation, project management, procurement, and commercial aspects.
• Deep knowledge of master planning from visioning to detailed stages.
• Understanding land use complexities, revenue potentials, and latest trends in urban design.
• Proficiency in design tools (hand sketch, digital sketch, CAD, Adobe Suite).
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience with landscape architecture and public realm concepts.

Benefits

• Tax-free salary, life insurance, medical coverage, paid leave, gratuity, bonuses, flight contributions, relocation support, allowances, and wellbeing programs.

Our Commitment

We foster an inclusive environment, valuing diversity and equal opportunity, and oppose discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, or disability.

Additional Details

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time