Senior Architect (Real Estate & Property Development)

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Architect for a government-affiliated entity based in the UAE.

Location – Sharjah, UAE

Salary – 23,000-27,000 AED/month

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture (Master's preferred).
• 10-15+ years experience, with 5+ years in senior architectural coordination and site roles.
• Strong UAE experience with local authorities and construction practices.
• Proficiency in BIM/Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and UAE regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural design reviews and ensure compliance with the company's design objectives and technical standards.
• Oversee consultant coordination and regulatory approvals during design stages.
• Supervise site architects and manage execution of architectural and fit-out works on site.
• Coordinate material selection, façade systems, and interior fit-out detailing.
• Engage with Sharjah authorities (Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defence) for permits and clearances.
• Support tendering activities including BOQ and specification review and subcontractor evaluation.
• Ensure quality control, mock-up validation, and adherence to IFC drawings during construction.
• Manage handover documentation, authority approvals, and DLP rectifications.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timely completion of architectural reviews and approvals
• Compliance with regulatory authority requirements.
• Quality and timeliness of construction deliverables.
• Reduction in design-related RFIs and NCRs.
• Successful handover with minimal DLP issues.

Competencies:

• Technical Leadership and Architectural Detailing (Fit-out)
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination and Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement and Regulatory Navigation
• Quality Assurance and Risk Mitigation
• Team Mentorship and Performance Oversight

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Architect to lead architectural design review, site supervision, material coordination, and fit-out execution across multiple real estate development projects in Sharjah from initiation through handover, ensuring

compliance with standards and regulatory approvals.