Senior Architect

Summary

Join AtkinsRéalis as a Senior Architect - Stations in Dubai, UAE, and contribute to the design and coordination of regional transport projects. This role requires extensive experience in transport projects, a strong understanding of design codes, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. You will be responsible for overseeing the design and construction of complex transport projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements and standards, and coordinating with other disciplines to integrate architectural designs. AtkinsRéalis offers a competitive compensation package, including a tax-free salary, comprehensive insurance coverage, generous leave, remote work opportunities, flexible work solutions, and various benefits like relocation assistance, transportation and housing allowances, and an employee wellbeing program.

Requirements

• 15 years of proven experience in transport
• Strong knowledge of international and local design codes and standards
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Has a comprehensive understanding of project requirements
• Ability to address and resolve design issues promptly and efficiently
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing and approving design submissions

Responsibilities

• Firsthand experience of design, detailing and construction of complex transport projects
• The ability to quickly develop a comprehensive understanding of client aspirations and project requirements to guide design decisions
• Confidently review contractor submissions to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards
• Coordinate with other discipline reviewers to integrate architectural designs with engineering and other technical aspects
• Discuss and resolve comments on Contractors’ designs, ensuring all feedback is addressed appropriately
• Liaise with clients to ensure alignment with regulatory and project-specific requirements
• Ensure designs are fully conversant with relevant international and local design codes
• Ensure that Contractors’ designs satisfy all project requirements and manage any proposed deviations through the appropriate technical and commercial processes

Benefits

• Tax-free salary
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage
• Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents
• Generous annual leave balance
• Remote work opportunities outside of country
• Flexible/hybrid work solutions
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus program
• Annual flight contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting