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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Architect to lead architectural design coordination and provide site supervision services for large-scale building projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the architectural intent is maintained throughout construction, managing multidisciplinary coordination, reviewing contractor submissions, and overseeing site execution in compliance with project specifications, local regulations, and quality standards.
Your role
- Lead architectural design review and technical coordination throughout project lifecycle.
- Supervise architectural works on-site and ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, RFIs, method statements, and mock-ups.
- Conduct regular site inspections and prepare site observation reports.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities to resolve technical issues.
- Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to project schedules.
- Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, authority regulations, and health & safety requirements.
- Lead architectural QA/QC activities and manage snagging, de-snagging, and handover processes.
- Mentor junior architects and site supervision staff.
- Participate in design changes, value engineering, and technical problem solving during construction.
Location
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-162392
Salary range
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About you
- Bachelor'S or Master's Degree in Architecture.
- Professional registration/accreditation preferred.
- Minimum 15+ years of experience in architecture, with significant experience in construction supervision/PMC/consultancy projects.
- Experience in large-scale mixed-use, commercial, hospitality, residential, aviation, healthcare, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of architectural detailing, building materials, construction methodologies, and UAE regulations.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working with international engineering consultancy firms.
- Previous experience in Abu Dhabi and familiarity with DMT, ADM, and UAE authority requirements.
- Site supervision experience on projects valued above USD 100M.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing contractor performance.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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