Senior Technical Architect

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill; Dubai; On-site; AED 230,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Technical Architect to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a professional degree in Architecture, at least 8 years of experience, and proficiency in design software such as Revit and AutoCAD. Responsibilities include leading projects, managing deliverables, and effective communication with teams and clients. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive salaries, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge.
• Minimum 3-4 years site construction experience.
• Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively leads a project or distinct portions of a project.
• Produces, coordinates, and oversees deliverables.
• Effectively communicates with project teams and clients.
• Creates and innovates with strong conceptual design ability.
• Demonstrates advanced understanding of building materials and systems.
• Manages time and workload to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Rhino

Proficiency in parametric and rendering software

Proficiency in Adobe Suite

Proficiency in Google Workspace

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

Job description

Role : Senior Technical Architect

Community of Practice : Architecture

Location : DUBAI

SOM, one of the most influential design firms in the world, is seeking innovative, creative, independent, and critical thinkers who aspire to the highest standards of excellence. Join our collaborative design practice as a Senior Professional Architect for the opportunity to build a strong and thriving career.

Desired skills and expertise :

Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.

Minimum 8 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

Minimum 3-4 years site construction experience. Western and regional work experience preferred.

Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation preferred.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and Adobe Suite.

Proficiency in Google Workspace

Success at SOM Means

• Ideas : We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
• Knowledge : We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
• Product : We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
• Individual : We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team : We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
• Firm : We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Responsibilities

Actively leads a project or distinct portions of a project with periodic supervision by Project Leadership.

Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at an overall project level.

Produces, coordinates and / or oversees presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animations.

Effectively communicates internally with project teams and externally with consultants and clients through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.

Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale.

Actively collaborates at a project, consultant team, and client team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas. Contributes to and actively participates within the studio and office.

Demonstrates an advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies. Identifies and effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.

Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with occasional interaction and direction from Project Leadership. Guides and teaches less experienced staff.

Proactively checks and coordinates project documents (including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination) for compliance with the project’s technical requirements.

Leadership Responsibilities

Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential.

Directly supervises staff and is committed to direct reports’ professional development.

Develops and engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews.

In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.

Actively engages in internal and external professional development opportunities.

Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.

Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.

Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.

SOM offers opportunities to work on transformational projects, competitive salaries, health insurance, wellness, retirement and financial and other work / life plans.

At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace.