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Lead architectural design, ensure quality and compliance, manage client relationships, and drive innovation in multidisciplinary teams with strong communication skills.
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Design Leadership
- Lead architectural design from initial concept through schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
- Develop design narratives, concept presentations, and design intent reports that inspire clients and guide project teams.
- Ensure architectural vision is maintained with integrity through all project phases, from sketch to site completion.
- Create and review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical packages to the highest standards of quality.
- Champion design excellence, contextual sensitivity, and sustainability principles across all project typologies.
Technical & Delivery Expertise
- Produce and review complete drawing packages including plans, sections, elevations, details, and 3D models across all RIBA / SIA stages.
- Coordinate and integrate architectural design with structural, MEP, landscape, and interior design disciplines seamlessly.
- Review and approve contractor shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, and RFIs with precision and authority.
- Conduct regular site inspections during construction to ensure design intent is faithfully executed on the ground.
- Manage all technical compliance requirements including Saudi Building Code (SBC), accessibility, fire safety, and sustainability standards.
Project & Client Management
- Lead client design presentations, stakeholder workshops, and design review meetings at senior level.
- Manage design programs, deliverable schedules, and resource allocation across multiple simultaneous projects.
- Coordinate directly with Riyadh Municipality, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs (MOMRA), and relevant authorities for design approvals.
- Manage and develop a team of architects and architectural technicians, conducting regular design critiques and mentoring sessions.
- Collaborate closely with project managers and commercial teams to ensure design decisions are aligned with budget and program.
Innovation & Studio Culture
- Drive innovation in design process, including adoption of BIM workflows, parametric design, and computational tools.
- Contribute to business development activities including design competitions, capability presentations, and fee proposals.
- Participate in studio culture initiatives: design reviews, CPD sessions, knowledge sharing, and design awards submissions.
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