Job Description

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Senior Architect (Buildings)

Abu Dhabi, UAE



What You'll Be Doing:

• This position sits within the engineering team to support pre and post construction award stages of the project portfolio.
• Performs a variety of assignments such as conducting architectural studies, developing design concepts and design criteria, and preparing related reports.
• Reviews CAD drawings, renderings, layouts, study models, construction documents, and color boards prepared by Architectural Designers.
• Ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Writes construction specifications and prepares detailed requisitions for equipment and materials.
• Interfaces with suppliers as required.
• Coordinates work with engineering and construction units at project site.
• Reviews, approves, and issues detailed design and construction drawings and specifications prepared by others.
• Provides the seal and signature of a professional architect when required by statute or contract.
• Provides technical guidance to Architectural Designer/Drafters working on the same project.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a reputable university
• Minimum 10 years experience in industrial buildings/ports projects in the UAE.
• Experience in conceptual design (high level development, optioneering)
• Experience in construction environment required.
• Requires proficiency in the application of architectural design standards, practices, and techniques, as well as a demonstrated proficiency in sketching, rendering, modelbuilding, and presentation drawing.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Proficiency in Revit or other software packages typically associated with architectural design is also required.
• Acumen for reviewing designs and construction plans to meet codes, budgets, and schedules
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None
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