Lead Architect, Luxury Hotels & Resorts

UCC Holding; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding seeks an experienced Lead Architect with a track record of delivering 5-Star luxury hotel and hospitality projects. The role leads architectural design coordination, technical reviews, consultant management, and site execution to uphold top-tier quality and guest experience.

The candidate will coordinate with clients, consultants, designers, and project teams, review drawings, ensure compliance with codes and brand standards, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture required.
• 15+ years of experience in architecture and construction.
• Proven experience delivering luxury hotels and branded hospitality projects.
• Experience with Tier-1 Main Contractors required.
• Strong knowledge of international building codes and hospitality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, designers, and project teams.
• Review and manage architectural drawings, submittals, and design docs.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, codes, and brand standards.
• Manage design coordination between architecture, structure, MEP, and interiors.
• Resolve technical/design issues during construction.
• Monitor on-site works for quality and adherence to designs.
• Lead value engineering without compromising guest experience.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide technical guidance.
• Support procurement in selecting finishes/materials.
• Coordinate inspections, mock-ups, and handover activities.
• Mentor architects and engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Project coordination

Communication

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Navisworks

MS Office

Job description

UCC Holding seeks an experienced Lead Architect with a track record of delivering 5-Star luxury hotel and hospitality projects. The role leads architectural design coordination, technical reviews, consultant management, and site execution to uphold top-tier quality and guest experience.

The candidate will coordinate with clients, consultants, designers, and project teams, review drawings, ensure compliance with codes and brand standards, and mentor junior staff.