Senior Architect

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real-estate development firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead architectural design and manage project delivery. The role involves overseeing design teams, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, and mentoring junior architects. Ideal candidates should have 8-12 years of experience in the UAE/GCC market and demonstrate strong leadership and technical skills. Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits aligned with UAE market

Growth in design leadership capacity

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-12 years experience in architectural design and project delivery.
• Proven portfolio of high-value residential or commercial projects.
• Strong technical skills and expertise in regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process from concept to hand-over.
• Manage design teams and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Oversee authority approvals and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Architectural design

Project delivery

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in Revit/BIM

3D modelling

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead the architectural design and technical delivery of real‑estate development and construction projects from concept through to hand‑over. The successful candidate will manage design teams, ensure alignment with business objectives, maintain high quality standards, and ensure regulatory compliance in the UAE/GCC market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full architectural design process: conceptual design, schematic, detailed design, construction documentation and as‑built drawings.
• Establish and manage architectural standards, design guidelines and quality control procedures to ensure design intent and construction delivery align.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary work: structural, MEP, landscape, interior design, etc. ensuring integration, constructability, cost‑effectiveness and design value.
• Oversee authority approvals, local building codes (UAE/GCC), permitting, submission of drawings, and liaison with regulatory bodies.
• Conduct site visits for design verification, monitor construction quality, manage design‑related queries and support site teams in design interpretation and hand‑over.
• Mentor and manage the design team: lead, coach and develop architects/draftsmen, managing deliverables, performance, and resource planning.
• Provide design‑lead input during procurement/tender stages: review drawings, specifications, value‑engineering proposals, cost‑impact assessments.
• Prepare regular reports, presentations and design updates for senior leadership: project status, design milestones, risk issues, budget variances.
• Drive continuous improvement: adopt new tools (BIM/Revit), emerging technologies, sustainable design practices, and benchmark with industry trends.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture or related field; professional registration or accreditation preferred.
• Minimum 8‑12 years experience in architectural design and project delivery within the real‑estate development or construction sector (UAE/GCC preferred).
• Demonstrated portfolio of high‑value residential, commercial, mixed‑use or hospitality developments showing concept‑to‑completion experience.
• Strong technical skills: proficient in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, 3D modelling, drawings production, design specification and detailing.
• Expertise in UAE/GCC regulatory frameworks, building codes, authority submission processes and construction contract documents.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder‑management skills: able to engage with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams.
• Commercially aware: understands cost implications, schedule constraints, value engineering and design‑for‑construction principles.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Key Competencies & Behaviours

• Strategic and design‑oriented: able to bridge vision with technical feasibility and business outcomes.
• Detail‑focused: ensures accuracy in drawings, specifications and design delivery.
• Collaborative leader: fosters team coordination, cross‑discipline integration and mentorship.
• Results‑driven and accountable: takes ownership of design quality, timelines and project responsibilities.
• Innovator and adaptable: stays up‑to‑date with design trends, tools, sustainability and construction methods.
• Professional integrity: maintains high standards of ethics, compliance and client representation.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits aligned with UAE market for senior architectural leadership.

Opportunity to work on landmark real‑estate or construction projects and influence design strategy and delivery.

Exposure to end‑to‑end project lifecycle and growth in a design leadership capacity.

Apply now!