Senior Design Architect

Role Purpose

The Senior Design Architect will lead and contribute to the development of innovative architectural concepts across a diverse portfolio of projects including mixed-use, residential, hospitality, retail, cultural, and master planning developments. The role requires a highly creative and technically skilled architect with strong conceptual thinking, visualization capabilities, and expertise in advanced design software and emerging AI-powered architectural tools.

The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio demonstrating competitive-winning concepts, exceptional presentation skills, and the ability to translate design narratives into compelling architectural solutions aligned with international standards and market trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative architectural concepts, spatial strategies, and design narratives for projects ranging from interiors and buildings to large-scale master planning developments.
• Produce high-quality concept sketches, freehand diagrams, renders, presentations, and 3D visualizations to effectively communicate design intent.
• Utilize advanced architectural software including Rhino, Grasshopper, Enscape, SketchUp, and 3ds Max to develop and present design ideas.
• Apply computational and parametric design methodologies using Grasshopper to explore innovative architectural forms and solutions.
• Conduct design research, benchmarking, site analysis, and feasibility studies to establish project requirements and opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Senior Designers, Architects, Urban Designers, and Design Managers to strengthen project outcomes and elevate design quality.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Structural, MEP, Landscape, Interior Design, and Infrastructure consultants to ensure integrated design delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international building codes, regulations, sustainability standards, and project guidelines.
• Stay informed on global architectural trends, emerging technologies, materials, AI-driven design tools, and evolving market expectations.
• Integrate AI-powered design and visualization tools into the architectural workflow to improve ideation, visualization, efficiency, and presentation quality.
• Contribute actively to design reviews, workshops, presentations, and client discussions.
• Manage project timelines effectively while maintaining exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and design quality.
• Support the development of innovative and commercially viable design typologies and user experiences.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Urban Design, or related field (BArch / MArch / MUrban Design).
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in architectural concept design within a reputed international design consultancy or developer environment.
• At least 5 years of recent and relevant experience focused on concept design, competition projects, or large-scale mixed-use developments.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality concept design projects demonstrated through a strong portfolio.
• Experience across residential, hospitality, retail, commercial, cultural, and master planning projects is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of architectural design principles, urban planning, sustainability, and user-centric design approaches.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in:
• Rhino
• Grasshopper
• Enscape
• SketchUp
• 3ds Max
• Adobe Creative Suite
• AutoCAD
• Revit (preferred)
• Knowledge of AI tools and emerging technologies for architectural design, visualization, rendering, generative design, and workflow optimization is highly desirable.
• Strong presentation, visualization, and storytelling abilities.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional conceptual and creative thinking
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and design aesthetics
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to meet project deadlines and client expectations
• Passion for innovation, emerging technologies, and design excellence