Senior Architect

Fletcher Piccolo Associates (FPA); Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced architect with a strong background in high-rise projects. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of architectural experience, especially in design coordination for Main Contractors. Key responsibilities include technical review, RFI coordination, and on-site problem-solving. Proficiency in Revit is mandatory and experience with AutoCAD is also required. The role requires immediate availability for joining.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in Architecture.
• 5+ years working for a Main Contractor on high-rise projects.
• Experience on commercial, residential, or mixed-use buildings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed technical reviews of IFC drawings and submittals.
• Serve as primary contact for the design team and consultants.
• Provide practical solutions to on-site execution issues.

Skills

Technical review expertise

RFI coordination

Problem-solving skills

Document control

Quality assurance

Value engineering

Expert in Revit

Proficient in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

• Technical Review & Vetting: Conduct detailed, multi-disciplinary technical review of all Issued-For-Construction (IFC) drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements. Highlight discrepancies, constructability issues, and non-compliance with specifications.
• Design & RFI Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for the design team and consultants. Raise, track, and close all Requests for Information (RFIs) and Technical Queries promptly to prevent delays on-site.
• Site Support & Problem Solving: Provide rapid, practical, and technically sound solutions to on-site execution issues, conflicts, and clashes (Architectural, Structural, MEP interface).
• Compliance & Approvals: Ensure all materials and construction methodologies strictly adhere to Project Specifications and relevant UAE Authority Regulations (e.g., DM, DDA, DCD, ADM, etc.). Support the final inspection and handover process.
• Document Control: Maintain a robust, up-to-date log of all technical documents, revisions, and approvals to ensure the site is always working with the latest controlled information.
• Quality & Standards: Work closely with the Quality Control (QC) team to ensure the highest standards of workmanship are achieved as per the approved technical details.
• Value Engineering (VE): Propose and evaluate value engineering options for architectural and structural systems, ensuring quality and design intent are maintained while achieving cost savings.

Qualifications

• Education: Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a recognized university.
• Experience: 10-15 years of experience in Architecture, with at least 5+ years working specifically for a Main Contractor on high‑rise projects.
• Project History: Proven experience on high‑rise or mid‑rise building projects (commercial, residential, or mixed‑use).
• Core Expertise: Proven experience in design coordination and hands‑on construction‑stage architectural management.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of international building codes, local authority approvals (e.g., DM, DDA), and construction methodologies.
• Software Skills: Expert in Revit Software is mandatory. Proficiency in AutoCAD is also expected.
• Location: Must be based in the UAE and available to join on short notice.