Lead Architect Designer

Client of 6 Pence; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of 6 Pence is seeking a visionary Lead Architect Designer to spearhead commercial, residential and hospitality projects from concept through completion. You will bridge design and technical execution, manage a team of designers, and maintain strong client relationships across multi-family and mixed-use developments.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of progressive design experience, is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD and 3D rendering tools, and holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 3–5 years of progressive architectural design experience with a proven track record handling both commercial and residential portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Design & Project Leadership: Create innovative architectural concepts and directions for commercial and residential projects.
• Team Management: Direct, mentor and collaborate with junior architects, interior designers and drafting technicians.
• Consultant Coordination: Lead cross-functional alignment with structural, MEP and civil engineers to integrate all systems seamlessly.
• Client & Project Management: Serve as primary design contact translating client visions into actionable plans.
• Phased Delivery: Oversee SD, DD, CD and Construction Admin, review drawings, respond to RFIs and ensure conformance with design intent.
• Compliance & Technical Execution: Ensure designs comply with codes and life-safety regulations.
• Material Selection: Specify sustainable building materials and assemblies within project budgets.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

3D rendering

Lumion

Enscape

SketchUp

Rhino

Team leadership

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Lumion

Enscape

SketchUp

Rhino

Job description

Our Client a leading Architectural firm is looking for an talented and experienced Lead Architect Designer Job Role We are seeking a visionary Lead Architectural Designer to spearhead commercial residential and Hospitality projects from initial concept through completion In this role you will bridge the gap between creative design and technical execution managing a team of designers while maintaining strong client relationships The ideal candidate has a diverse portfolio spanning multi-family residential single-family custom homes and commercial spaces such as retail office or mixed-use developments

Duties amp Responsibilities

• Design amp Project Leadership Concept Development Create innovative architectural concepts spatial layouts and aesthetic directions for both commercial and residential projects
• Team Management Direct mentor and collaborate with junior architects interior designers and drafting technicians
• Consultant Coordination Lead cross-functional alignment with structural MEP mechanical electrical plumbing and civil engineers to integrate all systems seamlessly
• Client amp Project Management Client Advisory Serve as the primary design contact translating client visions brand identities for commercial and lifestyle needs for residential into actionable plans
• Phased Delivery Oversee all project phases including Schematic Design SD Design Development DD and Construction Documents CD Construction Administration Review shop drawings respond to RFIs conduct site visits and ensure construction aligns with design intent
• Compliance amp Technical Execution Code Alignment Ensure all designs comply with local zoning bylaws building codes and life safety regulations
• Material Selection Research and specify sustainable building materials finishes and construction assemblies appropriate for project budgets and types

Qualifications amp Experience

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Architecture
• 3 to 5 years of progressive architectural design experience with a proven track record handling both commercial and residential portfolios

Technical amp Soft Skills

• Software Advanced proficiency in Revit Advanced level AutoCAD and 3D rendering tools e g Lumion Enscape SketchUp or Rhino
• Adaptability Ability to shift gears easily between the intimate scale of high-end residential design and the complex programming of commercial spaces
• Communication Exceptional presentation skills to pitch concepts to corporate boards developers and private homeowners alike
• Valid Bahrain Driving License