Lead Architect

**LEAD ARCHITECT: Residential, mixed-used high-rise.**

We are looking for an internationally experienced **LEAD ARCHITECT** to join our team in The Middle East to deliver one of the most revolutionary buildings in history, destined to be the heart and new global landmark of a key metropolis in the Middle East

The project is a mix-used ecosystem of different program heavily focused on next generation retail, with residential, hospitality and leisure and it will feature ground-breaking revolutionary immersive technology at the centre of its offer

The project is scale is of such magnitude that is comparable to a three-dimensional city, being similar to a mixed-use precinct with different typologies coordinated together into one cohesive whole

**Roles & Responsibilities**:

- Being the owner, key point of contact and architectural lead of the mixed-use, residential complex within the larger built project. Assets include four high-rise residential towers with support of mixed-use, leisure and retail components
- The role will be supported by a dedicated project team, and its main task will be to lead the design of a non-orthodox group of residential towers which is part of a broader ecosystem of assets and programs creating one cohesive “building”
- Experience in all residential target markets, residential planning and efficiency is key. The role is meant focus on architectural design, nevertheless residential planning and market analysis and interpretation experience will also be key
- Ability to work both physically together or as part of a remote team and maintain ATKINS QA/QC standards
- Keen eye for design, drawing and submissions review

**Knowledge & Experience**:

- 15+ years of international experience in the architectural design field
- Experience working for world-renowned design-focused firms is a plus
- Professional background centred around architecture practices of international renown
- Design experience of various scales and in various architectural types: residential, retail, hospitality, and leisure
- Extensive project experience with emphasis on large projects and programs
- Understanding of financial and commercial management of projects.
- Full understanding of risk management and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Understanding of scope definition and scope interface and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Full knowledge of international standards & best practice, policies, codes and procedures and ability to transmit the same to others.
- A knowledge and appreciation of Statutory Authorities requirements and international best practice
- Experience working on high-profile, fast paced projects with complex stakeholder and approvals processes

**Essential Skills**:

- Excellent “eye for design”
- Fluency in English, spoken and written
- Outstanding presentation skills.
- Excellent Software ability (both for CAD, CAM, graphic prestation)
- Rhino/ Grasshopper are a plus
- Ability to engage in design discussion with a capability to prepare and deliver public/ group presentations, and conduct research on different topics with autonomy
- Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines on budget and on time
- A keen eye for detail resolution and accuracy
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative in response to direction from project managers, directors and partners
- A team player, with a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and collaborating
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, communicating with clarity, purpose, and accuracy
- Ability to negotiate
- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Flexibility and positive attitude towards company objectives.
- Cordial relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Commitment to innovation and design excellence

**Qualifications**:

- B.Arch or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university
- Postgraduate Studies in Architecture are desirable
- International accreditation (RIBA, AIA, or equivalent)

**Rewards and Benefits**

We offer an excellent package which includes:

- A competitive salary
- Accommodation allowance
- Transportation allowance
- 22 calendar days annual leave (based on 5 day working week)
- Medical and life insurance cover
- Company gratuity scheme
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Annual flight allowance to point of origin

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

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