Senior Technical Architect & Delivery Lead, Major Projects

WSP in the Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an Associate / Associate Director - Technical Architect to lead the delivery of major projects in the UAE and wider region. You will provide technical leadership across design and delivery, ensuring architectural excellence, constructability and quality with a seasoned Middle East specialist.

The role requires guiding multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with senior stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with UAE building regulations and international codes.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience, with significant exposure to the Middle East market.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary projects in the region.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE authority approvals and building regulations.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design coordination and delivering architecture solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical architectural design and delivery of major projects from concept through construction.
• Provide expert guidance on building systems, detailing, coordination, and technical compliance.
• Review and approve architectural deliverables for alignment with requirements and regulations.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, landscape, and other disciplines for integrated design solutions.
• Lead technical reviews, design audits, and quality assurance processes.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and international codes.
• Mentor and lead architects and project teams.
• Interface with clients, authorities, contractors, and stakeholders throughout delivery.
• Contribute to business development activities, proposals, and strategic client engagements.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Stakeholder management

Multidisciplinary coordination

BIM delivery

Building regulations UAE

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

BIM platforms

Digital design platforms

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an Associate / Associate Director - Technical Architect to lead the delivery of major projects in the UAE and wider region. You will provide technical leadership across design and delivery, ensuring architectural excellence, constructability and quality with a seasoned Middle East specialist.

The role requires guiding multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with senior stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with UAE building regulations and international codes.