Senior Architect

We are seeking an experienced Authority Approvals Architect with strong expertise in preparing, coordinating, and obtaining approvals from Dubai authorities. The role requires deep understanding of Dubai codes, authority submission processes, and close coordination with consultants, clients, and government entities to ensure timely project approvals.

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Key Responsibilities

Authority Drawings & Submissions

• Prepare, review, and coordinate authority drawings (SD, DD, and statutory submissions).
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Building Codes, fire and life safety regulations, and authority guidelines.
• Prepare submission packages for:
• Dubai Municipality (DM)
• Dubai Civil Defence (DCD)
• Dubai Land Department (DLD)
• Trakhees
• DEWA
• RTA
• Telecom (Etisalat / DU)
• Master Developers (Emaar, Nakheel, Dubai Properties, Meraas, Aldar, etc.)

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Authority Coordination & Approvals

• Act as the single point of contact with authorities and master developers.
• Track approvals, comments, NOCs, and resubmissions until final clearance.
• Attend authority meetings, workshops, and clarification sessions when required.
• Manage fast-track approvals and resolve authority comments efficiently.

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Design Compliance & Coordination

• Coordinate with Structural, MEP, Façade, Fire, and Traffic consultants to ensure aligned submissions.
• Review drawings for compliance with plot regulations, FAR/FSI, setbacks, parking norms, fire egress, and accessibility.
• Ensure coordination between architecture, interiors, and landscape for authority submissions.

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Documentation & Tracking

• Maintain authority submission logs, trackers, and approval status reports.
• Prepare response documents addressing authority comments.
• Ensure approved drawings are correctly issued to site and consultants.

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Required Skills & Experience

Technical & Regulatory

• Strong knowledge of:
• Dubai Municipality regulations
• UAE Fire & Life Safety Code
• DCD requirements
• Master developer guidelines
• Proven experience in authority approvals in Dubai (minimum 5–8 years).
• Experience across residential, mixed-use, hospitality, aviation, or commercial projects preferred.

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Software Proficiency

• AutoCAD (mandatory)
• Revit (preferred)
• MS Office (Excel for trackers, Word for submissions)

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Soft Skills

• Strong communication and follow-up skills with authorities and consultants.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Type: Full-time