Senior Architect

Job Description

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

Location Sharjah, UAE

Salary 20,000 AED/month + benefits

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture (Masters preferred).
• Minimum 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:

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

Key Performance Indicators:

1. Timely completion of architectural reviews and approvals
2. Compliance with regulatory authority requirements.
3. Quality and timeliness of construction deliverables.
4. Reduction in design-related RFIs and NCRs.

• Successful handover with minimal DLP issues.

Competencies:

1. Technical Leadership and Architectural Detailing (Fit-out)
2. Cross-Disciplinary Coordination and Communication
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Regulatory Navigation
4. Quality Assurance and Risk Mitigation
5. 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.