Senior Architect

SYSTRA; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA in Dubai seeks a Senior Architect with a strong background in metro/rail architectural design and project leadership. You will lead complex projects, ensuring design excellence, compliance with codes, and delivery within time and budget constraints.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in Landscape, Station, Depot, and Building design, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and BIM, and LEED accreditation. UAE/GCC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Professional licensure as an Architect.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design, with a focus on Landscape, Station, Depot, and Buildings.
• Strong portfolio demonstrates expertise in relevant projects.
• Proficiency in architectural design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and principles.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with local and international building codes and standards.
• LEED accreditation or equivalent certification.
• Preferably with UAE or GCC experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for projects related to Landscape, Station, Depot, and Buildings.
• Develop and present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, and construction professionals, to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project completion.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and design staff, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to incorporate into project designs.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Prepare detailed architectural drawings, specifications, and documentation for construction.
• Engage with clients to understand their vision and requirements, providing expert advice and solutions.

Job description

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architectural metro or rail design and project management. The Senior Architect will be responsible for leading complex projects, ensuring design excellence, and delivering innovative solutions that meet client needs and regulatory requirements.

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead the architectural design process for projects related to Landscape, Station, Depot, and Buildings.
• Develop and present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, and construction professionals, to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project completion.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and design staff, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to incorporate into project designs.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Prepare detailed architectural drawings, specifications, and documentation for construction.
• Engage with clients to understand their vision and requirements, providing expert advice and solutions.

Profile/Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Professional licensure as an Architect.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design, with a focus on Landscape, Station, Depot, and Buildings.
• Strong portfolio demonstrates expertise in relevant projects.
• Proficiency in architectural design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and principles.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with local and international building codes and standards.
• LEED accreditation or equivalent certification.
• Preferably with UAE or GCC experience

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.