Architect وظائف في United Arab Emirates

With more than 14000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success.

Architect - UAE Office

We are seeking an Architect with expertise in mixed-use, residential, hospitality, recreational, ecotourism, and educational design and delivery. The role involves contributing significantly to both our design and delivery capability and participating actively in all stages of project development.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in creating the project vision, contributing to conceptual sketches and design reports.
• Actively engage in the design process from the conceptual phase through to construction documentation, ensuring design consistency and accuracy.
• Prepare and develop drawings, models, images, and other design-related documents. Engage in client meetings to discuss design requirements for new construction, alterations, or refurbishments.
• Collaborate with global design teams and other associated specialists, suppliers or subconsultants, as required.
• Coordinate design aspects across various disciplines, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to project documents (including multi-disciplinary drawings, design reports, technical specifications, ensuring they meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Participate in the preparation of discipline drawings for submission to Statutory Authorities, with an understanding of local & international codes, regulations, and submission requirements.
• Develop models using SketchUp, Lumion, Revit and any other software that deemed necessary.
• Apply "Safety in Design" principles throughout the design process and adhere to ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Structure in projects.
• Support in mentoring less experienced staff and participate in professional development and “Lessons Learned” sessions.

Skill and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Registered professional membership is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in architectural design on medium to large scale projects.
• Experience from concept through to detailed design in various project types (residential, commercial, hospitality, .
• Proficiency in the following programs is a must: Revit, Photoshop, Sketch-up (or similar 3D programs), Twinmotion or Lumion, In-Design, Illustrator, Excel, and other MS Office programs.
• Knowledge of UAE building codes, regulations, and submission requirements.
• Ability to be organized, proactive, and prioritize multiple tasks both independently and with the team.
• Experience or familiarity with Middle East design and construction practices is advantageous.
• Good project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of collaborative work with clients and team members.

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At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization.