Lead Architectural Designer: From Concept to Construction

SIXPENCE HR SOLUTIONS W.L.L; Manama; On-site; BHD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

SIXPENCE HR SOLUTIONS W.L.L. seeks a visionary Lead Architectural Designer to lead commercial, residential and hospitality projects from concept through completion.

You will bridge design and technical execution, leading a team of designers while maintaining strong client relationships. The candidate will manage multi-family residential work, commercial spaces, and large mixed-use developments, coordinating with engineers and consultants to deliver comprehensive solutions.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Software: Advanced proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D rendering tools (Lumion, Enscape, SketchUp, or Rhino).

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design across commercial, residential and hospitality projects from concept to completion.
• Direct, mentor, and collaborate with junior architects and drafting technicians.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and civil engineers to integrate systems.
• Serve as primary design contact translating client visions into actionable plans.
• Oversee all project phases: SD, DD, CD and construction administration.
• Ensure designs comply with local codes and life-safety regulations.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Lumion

Enscape

SketchUp

Rhino

3D rendering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Lumion

Enscape

SketchUp

Rhino

Job description

SIXPENCE HR SOLUTIONS W.L.L. seeks a visionary Lead Architectural Designer to lead commercial, residential and hospitality projects from concept through completion.

You will bridge design and technical execution, leading a team of designers while maintaining strong client relationships. The candidate will manage multi-family residential work, commercial spaces, and large mixed-use developments, coordinating with engineers and consultants to deliver comprehensive solutions.