SENIOR INTERIOR ARCHITECT

Work pattern: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week.Working Hours: 9.00am-5.30pm Working Requirements: Ideally to be based in UAE with a valid Emirates IDFull, clean driving licence required for site visits Full-time, in-studio role (not remote)Fluent in English (written and spoken). In addition, Russian and Arabic languages an advantage.Ability to communicate effectively across multiple time zones Occasional travel overseas Qualifications/Experience & Skills A Bachelor s Degree from a University recognised in the UAE with a discipline in Architectural Engineering is essential.Minimum 6 years industry experience in luxury residential design Able to manage a small team of Junior IA s Excellent knowledge of bespoke cabinetry, bathroom and FF&E finishes, sourcing, specifying, drawing and procurement Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and presentable Exceptional attention to detail Excellent on-site and construction phase experience Natural ability for problem solving, thinking on your feet but being commercially minded.Capable of working in a pressured environment with the ability to work to deadlines Ability work from concept to completion on your own or as part of a team A strong technical understanding of the full design process Financial understanding of project costs and budget awareness Ability to lead full projects Technical Skills Expert technical drawing skills Strong Auto CAD, Sketch Up, and Esti PC skills Adobe Creative Suite (In Design & Photoshop) proficiency Exceptional conceptual and presentation skills Personal Attributes: Proactive approach to leading design work and liaising with clients and contractors professionally Ability to inspire creativity and foster relationships with new suppliers Self-motivated and highly organised, with the ability to work both independently and within a team Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines Excellent time management for both personal workload and team coordination Meticulous attention to detail with a strong eye for design, colour, and spatial awareness Open to constructive feedback and keen to continuously refine and enhance designs The main duties will include: To work as part of a team or individually on both Dubai and international projects, from concept through to completion across all project phases Ability to manage, instruct and mentor junior team members Confident in working on multiple projects concurrently.The ability to understand and work to prescribed or suggested project budgets Create CAD technical drawing packages of Plans, Elevations, Sections, Small Power, Lighting, RCP s, Floor and Walls finishes.Create joinery drawing packages for design intent, client presentation and tender.Create detailed bathroom drawings, tile setting out and specification of all sanitaryware, cabinetry, brassware, and accessories for construction.Create detailed internal architectural drawings of features, bespoke installations, and all other internal elements like staircases, ceiling coffers, wall panelling and alike for construction.Create schedules for the above-mentioned designs and drawings Researching and creating presentations and look / mood / feel sample boards for all interior architectural fixtures and finishes.Tender out, source and procure bespoke cabinetry and FF&E items The ability to confidently lead client and contractor / consultant meetings within the studio or on site Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure the design is executed successfully on site, to the specification required Quality control of finishes Coordination of all orders through to on-site installation and hand-over.Keeping up to date with new developments and design trends in the design industry Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at abuse@naukrigulf.com #J-18808-Ljbffr