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Senior Architect (Theme Parks) - Design Consultancy

United Arab Emirates  |  Permanent

Our International Architectural & Engineering Consultancy client has a new requirement for a number of experienced Architects to join their team in Abu Dhabi to work on new Theme Park Projects in the UAE and MENA region. Successful candidates will have experience as an Architect working on Theme Park projects ideally with a recognised consultancy company background.


This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire permanent role employed by our client.


Key Responsibilities:

  • To ensure design response are pragmatic and respond to the client brief whilst respecting the opportunities and constraints for every project, through climate, context and culture.
  • Taking ownership of individual schemes and taking them through from inception to completion.
  • Preparing feasibility options for various projects and working with other disciplines to test the validity of designs.
  • Preparing concept scheme designs from Client briefs.
  • Working as part of a team in the preparation of production information and working drawing packages.
  • Client facing responsibilities.
  • To provide design and technical leadership for major projects.
  • Liaison with key clients and be capable of discussing design/technical solutions to stakeholders including technical and non-technical clients – both in projects and at tender stage.
  • Successful delivery of projects to a high level of quality and Client satisfaction acting as Lead Consultant/ Design Manager.
  • Proven team management skills and experience.
  • Development of the design culture and capability of our multi disciplinary design team(s).
  • An inclusive leader with a confident operating style who is able to deal with diversity within the teams that they manage.
  • A resourceful, articulate and clear communicator with the ability to influence others.
  • Be able to work calmly under pressure and lead, inspire and motivate teams


Senior Architect (Theme Parks) Experience:

  • Minimum of BSc in Architecture
  • Minimum 5+ years relevant experience, at least 2-3 in recognised design or consultancy companies.
  • MUST have relevant experience of design and delivery of theme park projects
  • Passion for design and interest in developments within the Architecture industry.
  • Passion for Detail and finding Technical solutions to Clients Requirements.
  • Working Knowledge of software’s including REVIT, AutoCAD Architecture, and SketchUp desirable.
  • Experience of producing concept designs.
  • Able to draw ‘free hand’ sketches and illustrate to a high level.
  • Capable of working and completing tasks independently as well as demonstrating a strong team work skills.
  • Able to present information clearly to all parties.
  • Able to demonstrate an adaptable approach to your role.


Interested candidates are invited to share their up to date CV directly to jobs@j10consulting.ae for further review and shortlisting.


Date Posted: 14 Dec 2023

Status: Filled