Graduate - Concept Architectural Designer

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM Dubai is seeking recent architecture graduates for its Graduate Program. You will perform basic architectural calculations, prepare drawings and specifications, and liaise with design/drafting teams under supervision.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture, with GPA 3.2+, within 24 months of graduation. Applicants should be versed in BIM workflows, Revit, and AutoCAD, and capable of multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher required.
• Recent graduate within 24 months (by Sep 2024) for Graduate Program eligibility.
• Masters should have started within 12 months of completing Bachelor’s.
• No more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience advised.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic architectural/engineering calculations.
• Prepare specifications, reports and data tables.
• Maintain liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Prepare, review, and approve drawings under supervision.
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines and departments.
• Assist in training and evaluation of architectural staff.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture

Tools

BIM workflows

Job description

• Contract
• State/Province: Dubai
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: U&P
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Performing basic architectural/engineering calculations.
• Preparing specifications, reports and related data tables.
• Maintaining liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required.
• Under the direction of the Supervising Architect, may perform technical assignments of moderate complexity within approved schedules and budgets.
• May coordinate technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines and other departments participating on an assigned project.
• May assist in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Foundational proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and graphic/visualization tools such as Adobe Creative Suite; exposure to BIM workflows is advantageous.
• Understanding of architectural principles, building systems, construction materials, and design coordination workflows.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage tasks under guidance and contribute to technical accuracy.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment.
• A proactive learner with curiosity and enthusiasm for developing both technical and design capabilities.
• Candidates must be recent graduates, having graduated within the last 24 months or no later than September 2024, to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.2 and above.
• If you hold a Master’s Degree, it should have started within 12 months of completing your Bachelor’s Degree to ensure continuous education and meet program requirements.
• Candidates with more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for the program and are encouraged to apply for our professional-level roles instead.

Additional Information

• Applications open: May 4th, 2026
• Review of CVs, phone screening, assessments and technical interviews: June and July 2026
• Start Date: August - October
• Program Orientation: October 2026(This includes an induction and meet-and-greet for the entire graduate cohort from all our offices in the ME)

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply