Senior Architect – Design (Abu Dhabi)

About the role

James Cubitt MENA is looking for an experienced Senior Architect to join its Design Team in Abu Dhabi. The role combines strong design capability with leadership responsibilities, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑rise, mixed‑use and large‑scale commercial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of high‑rise buildings, mixed‑use developments and large commercial projects.
• Produce coordinated architectural deliverables using Revit Architecture.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, authority regulations and approval processes.
• Mentor junior staff and support Design Managers in meeting project milestones.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy teams.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of professional architectural design experience, preferably with a reputable engineering consultancy in the UAE.
• Proven track record in designing high‑rise and large‑scale commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of UAE building codes and authority procedures.
• Ability to lead teams, coordinate across disciplines and deliver projects on schedule.

Required skills

• Revit Architecture (mandatory)
• AutoCAD