Dubai On-Site Senior Architectural Designer – Studio Lead

Client of AE Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of AE Recruitment in Dubai seeks an experienced architectural professional to lead concept to detailed design phases on diverse projects. You will develop schematic designs, contribute to feasibility studies, coordinate with consultants, and prepare design packages for clients.

Proficiency in BIM, Revit workflows, and construction documentation is essential. On-site collaboration and mentoring of junior designers are expected.

Qualifications

• Develop concept and schematic designs translating client briefs into buildable architectural proposals.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and early-stage ideation including visuals and design narratives.
• Produce and review technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Progress projects through developed and detailed design, protecting design intent while supporting value engineering.
• Contribute to fa ade strategy and detailing with specialist consultants and contractors.
• Prepare and present design packages to clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with in-house colleagues and remote partners, delegate tasks and mentor junior designers.
• Act as a day-to-day design contact for clients and consultants, escalating risks and changes.
• Work within project BIM Execution Plans and Common Data Environments, maintaining model quality and Revit workflows.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings and mock-ups; respond to RFIs and attend site visits.

Skills

Concept design

Schematic design

Feasibility studies

BIM / Revit

Coordination

Mentoring juniors

Client liaison

Construction documentation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Job description

Client of AE Recruitment in Dubai seeks an experienced architectural professional to lead concept to detailed design phases on diverse projects. You will develop schematic designs, contribute to feasibility studies, coordinate with consultants, and prepare design packages for clients.

Proficiency in BIM, Revit workflows, and construction documentation is essential. On-site collaboration and mentoring of junior designers are expected.