Consultant Architect (Design Lead)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Type: Full-time
About Us
Khales Engineering Consultancy is a dynamic and growing engineering and project management firm based in Dubai. We are seeking a visionary Consultant Architect to lead our Design Department, steering architectural excellence across consultancy and contracting projects.
Key Responsibilities
Design Leadership & Development
- Lead the architectural design process from concept through execution.
- Develop innovative, sustainable, and functional design solutions that align with client briefs and UAE regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all designs comply with local authority standards (Dubai Municipality, SEWA, DEWA) and hold valid G+4 classification.
Coordination & Integration
- Coordinate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams—structural, MEP, project management, interior—to integrate architectural and engineering disciplines.
- Oversee design integration across all project phases and across multiple emirates.
Project Oversight & Execution
- Manage deliverables across Sharjah, Dubai, Fujairah, and other Emirates, ensuring cohesive design implementation and site coordination.
- Conduct regular design reviews and quality checks, ensuring compliance with consultancy standards and regulatory codes.
Approval & Authority Liaison
- Oversee submission and approval processes with regulatory authorities, tracking NOCs, permits, and classification status.
- Maintain updates on local codes and authority requirements.
Mentorship & Team Development
- Mentor junior architects and designers, encouraging professional growth and design excellence.
- Foster collaboration, creativity, and technical rigor within the Design Department Indeed+1
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the principal design consultant interfacing with clients, providing expert solutions and maintaining design consistency.
- Represent the firm in design presentations, regulatory discussions, and client meetings.
Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Lead the review, approval, and sign-off of architectural drawings and technical submissions.
- Ensure architectural outputs meet high standards of safety, efficiency, sustainability, and aesthetics.
Tendering & Commercial Support
- Contribute to tender documentation, BOQ preparation, and the evaluation of contractors’ compliance with authority regulations.
Regional Integration
- Provide oversight over MEP, architectural, and sustainability aspects across projects in Sharjah, Dubai, Fujairah, and beyond.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Architecture (Master's preferred) from a recognized university.
- Minimum 7+ years of architectural design experience, with at least 3 years in the UAE consultation market.
- Proven track record in consultancy or design leadership for high-rise, residential, and commercial projects.
- Registration or eligibility as Consultant Engineer – Architect with the UAE Society of Engineers and Dubai Municipality.
- Valid or eligible for Dubai Municipality G+4 classification.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite, SketchUp, and BIM workflows.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and client-facing abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of UAE building regulations, permitting, and green building standards Indeed+1.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- An opportunity to lead and shape the future of the Design Department.
- A collaborative, dynamic work environment.
- Significant career growth in a reputable consultancy.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED17,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- What is your notice period?
- What is your expected salary?
- Do you have Bachelor in Architect?
Experience:
- Engineering Consultancy: 7 years (Preferred)
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License/Certification:
- Driving license (Required)
- Society of Engineer Card (Required)
- Dubai Municipality Card G+4 (Preferred)
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