Senior Architect: Lead Iconic Dubai Projects

AECOM; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Senior Architect to drive architectural excellence across large-scale projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, translate strategic objectives into design solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance and project delivery from concept through construction.

You will mentor junior architects, manage budgets and schedules, and stay ahead of trends in sustainable design and BIM-enabled workflows to deliver high-quality results for our clients in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent; professional architecture license/registration required.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in architectural design, project delivery, and team leadership.
• Experience in the Middle East; familiarity with UAE construction practices and standards is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive architectural strategies and design visions for complex projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of architects and design professionals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Conduct design analysis and feasibility studies using CAD and BIM to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve design challenges from concept to completion.
• Ensure designs comply with UAE building codes, international standards, and regulatory requirements for Dubai projects.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation while maintaining quality.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Conduct quality assurance audits and site inspections to verify construction aligns with designs.
• Communicate project status and insights to senior management and clients clearly.
• Stay current with architectural trends, sustainable design practices, and BIM technologies.
• Mentor junior architects and support their professional development.
• Manage contract administration including change orders and warranty documentation.
• Implement corrective actions for deviations from specifications and track resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Architectural Design

Team Mentoring

CAD

BIM

Regulatory Compliance

Project Delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Architect license/registration

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

AECOM in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Senior Architect to drive architectural excellence across large-scale projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, translate strategic objectives into design solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance and project delivery from concept through construction.

You will mentor junior architects, manage budgets and schedules, and stay ahead of trends in sustainable design and BIM-enabled workflows to deliver high-quality results for our clients in the