Site Architect

The Role
We’re representing a boutique architectural studio in Dubai seeking a Senior Site Architect to join their close-knit, collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 8+ years of experience in the UAE or GCC, who thrives on seeing high-end design come to life through meticulous detailing, materiality, and hands-on site supervision. You’ll take ownership of ensuring quality on site; managing contractors, coordinating with consultants, and representing the studio confidently in front of clients. The ideal candidate combines technical excellence with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and an eye for refined finishes. What You’ll Be Doing - Oversee site works and ensure design intent is fully realized during construction - Manage contractor coordination, quality control, and technical compliance - Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery - Review drawings, specifications, and materials to maintain design integrity - Collaborate closely with the design team across all project stages

Requirements
What We’re Looking For - 8+ years of architectural experience within the UAE or GCC - Strong technical knowledge in contracts, specifications, materials, and finishes detailing - Confident communicator with strong site presence and leadership ability - Arabic speaking preferred - Team player who enjoys working in a horizontal, no-hierarchy culture - Passion for craftsmanship, precision, and high-quality design delivery

About the company
redfish was created in 2005 with the single aim of delivering a truly professional and consultative recruitment service to the built environment. Tired of being constrained by companies which over promised and under delivered, we decided to create a firm which would deliver the highest service level to both candidates and clients alike, irrespective of the candidates level or the size of the client. Working with the countrys leading main contractors, consultancies and developers, we have an enviable reputation for placing middle and senior management candidates.