Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Sharjah Art Foundation is looking for a self-motivated Architect who will be responsible for researching, mapping, and documentation of Modern Architecture Heritage in the emirate of Sharjah. The researcher will be working primarily on consolidating existing public and private sources of information and verify overall accuracy of information. The role also requires strong visual communication skills in presenting research outcomes within the defined timeline.

• Conduct field and literary research, and coordinate survey drawings packages, including drawings, renderings and models.
• Validate project documentation, plans, elevations, renderings, visualizations and models.

• Coordinate the visual documentation of architecture and urban fragments as needed.
• Coordinate with out-sourced sub consultants to realize the projects objectives.
• Track, organize and maintain project archives.
• Assist with light administrative duties.
• Contribute to the formation of a library on adaptive-reuse.
• Conduct field research to document sequential use of buildings from original ownership to present use, including communication with governmental instutitons, contractors, consultants, and third-party private sector.
• Update the guidelines to document institutional memory of previous research leads and questions for future research.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.

• 0 to 2 years of relevant work experience in project coordination and research.

• Ability to conduct design analysis, create diagrams, and draft architectural plans, site plans, elevations, axonometric projections, and perspectives.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D software and rendering programs, including AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, 3DMax, etc.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong visual communication skills to include both graphic design and documentation photography.

• Knowledge of architectural symbols and conventions, dimensioning, and other necessary drawing annotations.
• Knowledge of 20th- and 21st-century architecture and familiarity with modern architecture and design principles.
• Ability to formulate proposals and manage project documentation and archiving.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to form and maintain successful working relationships with staff from affiliated institutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.