Senior Architect

The Senior Architect Exhibition & Museum Specialist will provide architectural leadership, technical advisory services, design review, rehabilitation planning, and stakeholder coordination across a portfolio of exhibition, museum, workplace and architectural rehabilitation projects.

• Undertake architectural assessments of existing facilities, buildings and interior environments.
• Identify deficiencies, opportunities for improvement and rehabilitation strategies.
• Prepare technical evaluations, including condition assessment reports and architectural recommendations.
• Support feasibility studies, space utilization reviews and operational assessments.

• Review architectural, interior design and exhibition design packages prepared by consultants.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable Saudi building codes, accessibility requirements and industry standards.
• Provide technical comments, recommendations and design improvement proposals.
• Participate in design review workshops and technical coordination meetings.

• Support planning and development of exhibition and museum environments.
• Contribute to exhibition storytelling frameworks, gallery planning, visitor journey mapping and interpretive strategies.
• Review exhibition content layouts, visitor circulation, way finding and interactive experience concepts.
• Collaborate with exhibition graphic designers and media specialists to develop engaging visitor experiences.

• Assist in development of architectural and interior design concepts.
• Prepare and review design briefs, space programs, concept layouts and architectural narratives.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Support material selection, FF&E recommendations and design optimization initiatives.

• Act as key point of contact between the client, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Facilitate coordination meetings and technical workshops.
• Present design findings, recommendations and project updates to senior stakeholders.
• Support informed decision-making through technical reporting and analysis.

• Participate in site inspections and technical reviews during fit-out and rehabilitation works.
• Monitor compliance with design intent and approved specifications.
• Review mock-ups, materials and contractor submissions.
• Assist in resolving technical issues and supporting project implementation.

• Prepare technical reports, presentations and design review documentation.
• Contribute to monthly progress reports, risk registers, compliance assessments and project status updates.
• Produce high-quality visual and graphic communication materials to support project objectives.

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Master's Degree preferred).
• Professional registration with a recognized architectural body is desirable.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in architecture, with significant exposure to exhibition, museum, cultural, public‑sector or rehabilitation projects.
• Experience working with leading international design consultancies or multidisciplinary practices.
• Demonstrated experience in architectural rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Experience in the Middle East region, particularly Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of architectural design principles, space planning and rehabilitation methodologies.
• Experience reviewing multidisciplinary design packages and consultant deliverables.
• Knowledge of museum, exhibition, visitor experience and cultural facility design.
• Understanding of accessibility requirements, building regulations and code compliance processes.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and multidisciplinary coordination workflows.
• Ability to develop presentations, design reports and visualization materials.

• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player with proven coordination skills.
• Capable of working within a client-side environment and supporting strategic decision-making.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Passionate about enhancing cultural, educational and visitor-focused environments.