Senior Architect — Design Leader for Complex Projects

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Architect to lead the full spectrum of architectural design for diverse typologies in Abu Dhabi. You will manage scope, schedule, and design integration while ensuring compliance with standards and budget constraints, guiding multidisciplinary teams from concept to detailed design.

Fluency in English, 13+ years of experience, and expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and Rhino are essential.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of architectural design and management experience.
• Proven experience with international design consultants across sectors and typologies.
• Experience in residential, commercial, public, healthcare, and educational designs.
• Construction experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in large, complex programs with focus on quality and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Manage Scope & Schedule, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements and design standards.
• Support integration of design packages across disciplines.
• Champion Safety in Design principles and implementation.
• Deliver Architecture mandate as part of Senior Management team, including stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with Design Group, Delivery team, and Project team on design delivery from concept to completion.
• Prepare, develop, and edit drawings and presentations effectively.
• Oversee and manage Architects, Designers, Managers, and Professionals within the department.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Team management

Client communication

Problem solving

Time management

Creative design

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Postgraduate Architecture/Urban Design

International accreditations (RIBA/AIA)

LEED/sustainability certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Grasshopper

V-Ray

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Architect to lead the full spectrum of architectural design for diverse typologies in Abu Dhabi. You will manage scope, schedule, and design integration while ensuring compliance with standards and budget constraints, guiding multidisciplinary teams from concept to detailed design.

Fluency in English, 13+ years of experience, and expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and Rhino are essential.