Senior Site Architect

Randstad UK; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious architecture and engineering consultancy in Dubai seeks a Senior Site Architect to lead their Architectural and Façade packages. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in site supervision and a proven track record in luxury residential and 5-star hospitality projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience, along with the ability to coordinate effectively with engineering teams and manage complex architectural challenges on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design and site supervision in the UAE.
• Proven track record of delivering luxury residential and/or 5-star hospitality projects.
• Expertise in reviewing architectural technical submittals.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site architectural supervision and coordinate with engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site inspections and provide solutions for architectural challenges.
• Manage project specifications and IFC drawings during construction.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM Modeling

Aconex

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Site Architect to join a prestigious architecture and engineering consultancy in Dubai, UAE. The ideal candidate will lead the Architectural and Façade packages, from engineering coordination to on-site supervision. Location: Dubai, UAE Availability: ASAP Key Responsibilities: - Lead the on-site supervision of all Architectural and Façade packages, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and project timelines. - Coordinate extensively with engineering disciplines, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure seamless execution of architectural works. - Review and process all architectural technical submittals, including shop drawings, material submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), method statements, and other relevant documentation. - Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and ensure compliance with design intent, specifications, and local authority regulations. - Provide expert guidance and solutions for on-site architectural challenges and detailing, demonstrating a deep understanding of materials and construction methodologies. - Collaborate effectively with international design consultants, ensuring their vision is accurately translated during construction. - Interpret and apply project specifications and Issued For Construction (IFC) drawings to guide on-site activities. - Manage and prioritize workload effectively, demonstrating strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.

- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture. - Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in architectural design and site supervision within the UAE. - Proven track record of successfully delivering luxury residential developments and/or 5-star hospitality projects. - Strong background in working with reputed engineering consultants and extensive experience in site supervision. - Demonstrated expertise in reviewing and processing all architectural technical submittals (e.g., shop drawings, material submittals, RFIs, method statements). - Proficiency in AutoCAD; awareness of using BIM modeling is highly desirable. - Experience using the Aconex project platform.