Senior Architect

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/10/2026

• Salary AED 25-30,000 per month (estimated on experience)
• Education required Bachelors in Architecture (buildings)
• Expertise Required Architecture;
  CoOrdination;
  Detail Design;
  Site;
  Technical;
  Technical Drawings; UAE Exp
• Computer Expertise AutoCAD;
  Revit
• Project Experience Hospitality;
  Mixed-use;
  Residential;
  Retail
• Country United Arab Emirates
• Postal Code 51133
• Target Date 23/11/2026
• Date Opened 06/10/2026

A highly respected, international design studio is looking for an experienced Senior Architect to join its Abu Dhabi team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, design-minded architect to work onambitious, high-profile projects and take a key role in moving schemes forward from Design Development stage through to delivery.

The successful candidate will be trusted to develop and coordinate projects in detail, ensuring that the integrity of the original concept is retained as designs progress through technical stages, consultant coordination,tender and construction.

This role would suit an architect who is equally comfortable discussingdesign intent with senior designers as they are resolving complex technical issues, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and producing high-quality information for delivery.

The role

• Take aleading role in the development and delivery of projects from Design Development stage onwards.
• Translatestrong initial design concepts into well-coordinated, buildable and commercially viable architectural solutions.
• Maintain and protect the original design vision throughout technical development,procurement and construction.
• Leadthe coordination of architectural packages with structural, MEP,landscape, interior design and specialist consultants.
• Review,develop and coordinate drawing packages, specifications, materialschedules and technical information.
• Resolvedetailed architectural, construction and interface issues as projectsprogress.
• Manage design information, deadlines and deliverables across multipleworkstreams.
• Work closely with project leaders, senior designers and clients to ensure design decisions are clearly communicated and implemented.
• Attendconsultant coordination meetings, technical workshops, client presentations and site meetings where required.
• Review contractor, subcontractor and supplier information, ensuring proposalsalign with the project’s architectural intent and technical requirements.
• Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on detailing,coordination and project delivery.

• Qualified Architect with a strong academic and professional background.
• ARBregistered, or eligible to register in the UK.
• Ideally 7+ years’ post-Part 3 experience, with demonstrable experience taking complex projects through detailed design and delivery.
• Astrong portfolio showing a high level of design sensitivity alongsidetechnical and delivery capability.
• Experience working from Design Development / RIBA Stage 3 onwards, including technical design, tender and construction stages.
• Proven ability to preserve a project’s original architectural design and qualitywhile responding pragmatically to programme, budget, regulatory andbuildability requirements.
• Confidentcoordinating consultants and managing complex interfaces across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, construction detailing, materials and technical documentation.
• Experienceon high-end, complex or large-scale projects would be highly advantageous.
  
  Backgrounds in mixed-use, residential, hospitality, commercial, culturalor master planning-led developments would be particularly relevant.
• Revitproficiency is preferred, alongside confidence using Adobe Creative Suiteand common drawing/documentation packages.
• Clear communicator with strong written and verbal English skills.
• Proactive,collaborative and highly organised, with the confidence to take ownership of design and technical challenges.
• The opportunity to work within a highly regarded, design-led internationalarchitectural practice.
• Involvement in high-profile, complex projects with a strong emphasis on architecturalquality.
• Acollaborative studio environment where design thinking and technical excellence are equally valued.
• Genuineresponsibility and exposure to senior-level design, client and consultantcoordination.
• Aclear opportunity to progress within a growing and ambitious team.