Job Description
Project Architect - Dubai Salary 50k - 60k, Permanent Position An international multi-disciplinary practice are seeking a Project Architect, ideally with 7+ years post part 3 experience to join their Dubai team. The practice works across the fields of contemporary architecture, urban planning, landscape design, interior design and product design. They are a culturally driven design-led studio that believes in the importance of context to inform its design process and architecture. You'd be joining an international team of architects, who promote regional design with a clear as well as an elegant vision of pure, rational form and spatial quality. Principles of sustainable design are integral to their work on all levels, scales and typologies. From a contextual approach, design that minimises environmental impact, promotes wellbeing, encourages mobility and connectivity with a community focus and careful use of materials. This position reports to the Design Directors / Partners. Role Overview & Responsibilities : Responsible for developing and delivering the project design from inception to completion through multiple design stages Develop and coordinate the project design, details, material specifications and technologies for project specifications, in line with the project design Coordinate and assure quality, continuity and consistency of project drawings and documentation Effectively coordinate all project disciplines (architecture, structure, MEP, cost control and interior design) Maintain positive and progressive day-to-day communications with clients, consultants and the team Ensure project delivery in accordance with internal design stage and overall project programme Monitor and maintain project milestones, implementing established studio tools such as project action lists, project programs, site reports etc. Ensure QA/QC procedures are properly implemented and maintained, including statutory requirements etc. Ensure the established and client-approved concept design is rigorously developed and implemented with minimal variations except those agreed by the design director/partners/client or required for coordination of structure/MEP/cost control
Ideal Skills & Requirements : 5 year bachelor's or master's degree in architecture/equivalent Minimum 7 years proven experience in project management, detail and design development, construction documents, construction administration and site supervision of high-end projects Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM (ARCHICAD ++) Adobe Creative Suite and Sketchup essential, hand drawings and visualizations is an advantage Experience in the residential/private villa/commercial sectors essential, demonstrate a portfolio of high quality projects at medium-large scale.
Demonstrate a considerable understanding of client communications, contract documentation, project scheduling, team leadership, building design, technical detailing, consultant coordination and construction administration Self-motivated and self-disciplined in an intense collaborative studio environment, ability to organize, encourage and lead project teams Have excellent organizational skills, show initiative and have the ability to work independently Understanding of the studios work and capability to execute its design intentions through various stages to completion Be a good communicator with excellent written and spoken English Demonstrate a track record of achieving excellence in project design development and delivery
If you are already based in Dubai, or looking to relocate we have lots more information, so please apply with your CV and Portfolio. Alternatively, contact me for a confidential conversation any time that suits you. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer