Senior Architect – Technical (8+ yrs)

About the role

WSP Middle East are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Architect (Technical) to join our growing Technical Architecture Team within the Property & Buildings (P&B) Business Unit, based in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically driven Architect with 8+ years of experience to contribute to the delivery of complex, high‑profile developments across the Middle East.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the technical development and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate detailed design packages, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations, international codes, and project‑specific requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including Structural, MEP, Landscape, Interior Design, and Specialist Consultants.
• Support BIM implementation and technical design coordination across projects.
• Review shop drawings, material submissions, RFIs, and construction‑stage technical queries.
• Drive technical excellence, quality assurance, and design consistency across project deliverables.
• Mentor and support junior architects and technical team members.

Required profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture.
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience, with a strong emphasis on technical design and project delivery.
• Proven experience within a leading architecture, engineering, or multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous Middle East project experience is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Revit
• BIM workflows
• AutoCAD
• Construction documentation