Director - Architecture - Architecture and Spatial Design - Jumeirah Group & Corporate

Jumeirah; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality brand is seeking a Director - Architecture to join their team in Dubai. This role involves overseeing design direction and project management for new builds and refurbishments while maintaining the brand's quality and guest experience standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in luxury design, particularly within the hospitality sector, and possess strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Reduced hotel rates

Excellent leave and health care package

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of experience in luxury design, ideally in hospitality.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing complex projects.
• Proficient in interpreting architectural, MEP, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead design direction for new builds and refurbishments.
• Oversee and approve all design submissions ensuring brand consistency.
• Manage multiple projects from feasibility to opening, monitoring risks and timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration

Space Planning

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master's in Architecture or Business Administration

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director - Architecture - Architecture and Spatial Design - Jumeirah Group & Corporate

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About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.

About the Job :

An opportunity has arisen for a Director - Architecture ,to join the Architecture and Spatial Design teamin Jumeirah Group & Corporate. The main duties and responsibilities of this role include :

• Lead design direction and scope development for new builds, refurbishments, and PIPs, ensuring alignment with Jumeirah’s brand identity and guest experience standards.
• Oversee and approve all design submissions including architectural, landscape, interior, FF&E, signage, and materials, ensuring quality and brand consistency.
• Conduct site appraisals and recommend qualified design consultants, contributing to strategic project planning and execution.
• Manage multiple projects through all phases—from feasibility to opening—monitoring timelines, identifying risks, and ensuring milestone delivery.
• Liaise with owners, technical services, and consultants to coordinate design development, mock-ups, and reviews while ensuring compliance with sustainability standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership, maintaining accurate documentation and driving innovation through design research and trend analysis.

About you :

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field required; Master's in Architecture or Business Administration preferred.
• 10–12 years of experience in luxury design, ideally within hospitality, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced), AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite; skilled in interpreting architectural, MEP, and construction documents.
• Demonstrated expertise in space planning, project management, and maintaining design quality across complex, multi-phase projects.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and uphold luxury brand standards.

About the Benefits :

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, life insurance, incentive programs and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Hospitality

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