Senior Architect — Branded Residences (UAE)

Nova International General Contracting L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova International General Contracting is seeking a Senior Architect in Abu Dhabi with 12-15 years of UAE contracting experience. You will coordinate design intents with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure on-site implementation aligns with approved drawings and specifications for branded residences.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and proficiency in AutoCAD, with strong coordination and communication skills to navigate approvals and site challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• 12-15 years of experience in contracting environments.
• Experience with high-end residential or branded residence projects preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other architectural software.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and BOQs for completeness and buildability.
• Coordinate architectural details with structural, MEP, and other disciplines to avoid clashes.
• Prepare and review shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
• Liaise with consultants and clients for design clarifications and approvals.
• Ensure site works align with approved drawings and project specs.
• Support on-site teams with technical guidance and resolve architectural issues.
• Monitor progress and contribute to timely project delivery with quality.
• Assist in managing variations, design changes, and as-built documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

On-site collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Nova International General Contracting is seeking a Senior Architect in Abu Dhabi with 12-15 years of UAE contracting experience. You will coordinate design intents with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure on-site implementation aligns with approved drawings and specifications for branded residences.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and proficiency in AutoCAD, with strong coordination and communication skills to navigate approvals and site challenges.