Design Architect – Dubai

About the role

Our client, a leading engineering and architectural consultancy in Dubai, is looking for an experienced Design Architect to join their multidisciplinary design team. You will be responsible for shaping architectural concepts from initial ideas through to detailed construction documentation, ensuring high‑quality, coordinated solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop architectural concepts and design proposals aligned with client briefs and project objectives.
• Produce drawings, plans, elevations, sections, details and presentation material across all design stages.
• Coordinate architectural designs with structural, MEP and other engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, specialist consultants and clients throughout the design process.
• Review and incorporate feedback from clients, authorities and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, regulations and authority requirements.
• Guide junior architects and CAD/BIM teams, reviewing their output and providing technical direction.
• Participate in client meetings, design workshops and internal coordination sessions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 5–10+ years of professional architectural experience, preferably in a consultancy environment.
• Proven experience on large‑scale projects and across concept, schematic, detailed design and construction documentation stages.
• Strong understanding of architectural design principles, construction techniques and building systems.
• Experience coordinating with structural and MEP engineering teams.
• Good knowledge of UAE building codes, regulations and authority approval processes.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• BIM