Creative Senior Design Architect

RMJM RED for Huafa Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking a Senior Design Architect to lead the creative design process and ensure quality. This role includes overseeing the work of junior architects and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, alongside 5–10 years of design experience and a strong portfolio. The firm values leadership skills and creativity in problem-solving, offering an opportunity to contribute to significant projects.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of architectural design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership and conceptual innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual and schematic design development.
• Oversee design proposals, drawings, and presentations.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level architects.
• Coordinate with consultants, internal teams, and clients.
• Present and defend design ideas to stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality and technical standards.
• Contribute to design competitions and high-level creative proposals.
• Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned projects.

Skills

Strong leadership and team coordination skills

Advanced proficiency in design and visualization software

Excellent design judgment and creative problem-solving abilities

Strong presentation and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

The Senior Design Architect leads the creative process through concept design, ensures design quality, and oversees the work of junior architects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual and schematic design development.
• Oversee design proposals, drawings, and presentations.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level architects.
• Coordinate with consultants, internal teams, and clients.
• Present and defend design ideas to stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality and technical standards.
• Contribute to design competitions and high-level creative proposals.
• Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 5–10 years of architectural design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership and conceptual innovation.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Advanced proficiency in design and visualization software.
• Excellent design judgment and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.