Lead the technical design of complex construction projects, including commercial, educational, and industrial facilities.
Collaborate with clients, project managers, and other design professionals to understand project requirements and develop technical design solutions that meet project goals and exceed client expectations
Prepare, and develop drawings, models, specifications, reports, and other documents relating to the design. Meet with clients to discuss the design requirements for new constructions, alterations, or repairs.
Lead the design coordination with all disciplines, subconsultants and any other stakeholders involved in the project.
Proactively checks and coordinates project documents (including but not limited to multi-disciplinary drawings, design reports, technical specifications, etc.) and ensure they meet Client requirements and Industry Standards.
Takes ownership for preparation of discipline drawings for submission to the Statutory Authorities. Developed knowledge of local & international codes, regulations and submission requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, and standards for construction projects
Sets the overall strategy for producing the documents and identifies the sheets planned for each stage of the work. This includes defining how data will be organized into files and which elements will be incorporated in a Building Information Model (BIM).
Implementing SID “Safety in Design” principals throughout the design process and ensuring ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Structure throughout projects.
Mentors the less experienced staff, participates in professional development reviews and “Lessons Learned” sessions.
Manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and other stakeholders
Keep up-to-date with the latest construction technologies and techniques, and evaluate their potential use in construction projects
Requirements:
Bachelor’s qualification in Architecture
Proven experience of which 10 years must be working on Medium to Large Scale Projects.
RIBA/AIA Licensed Architect would be preferred.
Extensive experience from concept through to construction, across a range of project types including residential, commercial, hospitality, medical, leisure, education and high-rise developments. Previous site experience would be beneficial.
Strong leadership abilities and the ability to lead teams and projects. Strong organizational skills.
Proficiency in Revit, 3D rendering software utilizing a Revit or Sketchup is a requirement,
Middle East experience and working knowledge of design and construction practices specific to this region.
Strong knowledge of building codes, regulations, and submissions requirements
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience in fast track and design to budget projects.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, team members, and other stakeholders
Strong technical design skills, with a focus on practical, functional, and efficient design solutions
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