Design Architect

The Design Architect is responsible for preparing feasibility studies, test fits, pre-concepts, and concept designs. Additionally, they review design proposals to ensure they meet the organization’s design, sustainability, and quality standards, key industry design principles/standards, and authority requirements. The Design Architect may lead or assist in leading design projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead/Support in Architectural & Interior Pre-Concept/Concept Designs aligned with the Projects/Cities Vision. Designs must meet the highest standards and quality.
• Prepare Architectural & Interior feasibility studies/test fits aligned with the design/development brief.
• Prepare supporting material/presentations outlining the rationale/substantiation behind the design.
• Utilize the latest design software to prepare preconcept/concept designs and assist in presenting them to senior management.
• Prepare high-quality Project Animations as required.
• Conduct architectural design review designs in line with Masdar Cities’ design/technical requirements and associated value proposition.
• Identify and resolve design issues related to the companies Projects.
• Ensure designs are compliant with guidelines and relevant policies.
• Prepare specifications/technical notes/schedules as required.
• Lead/Assist in market research of the latest design trends applicable to the organisation
• Manage design coordination between internal and external stakeholders, ensuring project interests are protected and aligned with the related Project Brief and scope.
• Communicate clearly and precisely with all internal and external project stakeholders, ensuring project alignment.
• Assist design team members in preparing design-related designs, feasibility studies, test fits, sketches, and information as required.
• Prepare or Assist with the preparation of design briefs and scope documents related to the procurement of external services from consultants.
• Assist/Participate in bid evaluations as needed.
• Participate (when requested) in QHSE audits, office inductions, incident reporting, and review of QHSE performances as applicable.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in architecture.

Preferred Experience:

Lead Designer

Design Architect

Job-Specific Skills:

Strong Architectural & Interior Design Skills

Strong Presentation Skills (including marketing material)

Strong Technical Design Skills

Strong Communication/Coordination/Articulation Skills

Proficient English (verbal and written)

Flexible, Adaptable, and Innovative

Exceptional Design Software Skills (AutoCad, Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, PhotoShop)