Senior Concept Architect

7 سبتمبر، 2022

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Senior Concept Architect

We are looking for an experienced Senior Concept Architect to join our team in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (remote location). The selected candidate will be part of a competent design-focused team and will manage the conceptual design review and approval of different asset types across whole NEOM. Acts as a fully capable design professional under the direct supervision of the Director of Architecture and a key member driving the Conceptual narrative/ vision of NEOM with regular Director interaction or designated senior team member.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Assist in developing NEOM architecture design style and ensures implementation across regions
Responsible as part of the senior management team for engaging with appointed consultants to review and approve conceptual design submissions and maintain the quality of design narrative across the whole of NEOM, including stakeholder engagement internally and externally.
Team leadership adopts creative and innovative solutions in managing the design and develops appropriate research and documentation to support design solutions
Responsible to engage in the design of various architectural design typologies and sizes: masterplans, urban design, hospitality, residential, civic and cultural, commercial, public, transport, healthcare, educational, etc.
Manage architectural design consultants to deliver NEOM architectural content and context
Strong ability to prepare, develop and edit drawings and presentations
Supervise the production of conceptual design information with Project Management Consultancy
Acts as Lead Reviewer in qualitative architectural design review process, providing analysis, comment, direction and recommendation
Assist in management and oversight of other Architects across different sectors/departments
Develop and review architectural asset briefs
Manages Design and Asset Brief compliance, completeness and accuracy, including design coordination within architecture and across disciplines.
Prepare Scope of Works, reports and related data tables.
Take initiative to develop design manuals, standard design documents
Ability to solve design issues in a creative and pragmatic way by developing multiple designs options that meet the design approach and budget
Manage communication, coordination, and management of consultants, contractors, various NEOM departments/sectors
Produce deliverables in accordance with NEOM standards and policies
Ability to work as part of a remote team and maintain ATKINS QA/QC standards

Knowledge & Experience:

12+ years of post-undergraduate outstanding architectural design and management experience
Proven related experience in a preparation of architectural conceptual designs/ Competitions including engagement, collaboration and management of international design consultants across sectors and typologies
Design experience of various scales and in various architectural types: master-planning, urban design, residential, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, etc.
Extensive project experience with emphasis on large projects and programs
Experience in Middle East is highly appreciated
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,
Knowledge of international and local codes, regulations and submission requirements.
Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design principles.

Essential Skills:

Excellent conceptual and design skills, with emphasis on aesthetics and design standards
Fluency in English, spoken and written
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
Outstanding presentation skills.
Excellent ability in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite; Grasshopper and V-Ray is a plus
Ability to engage in design discussion with a capability to prepare and deliver public/ group presentations
Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines on budget and on time
A keen eye for attention to detail 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

Qualifications:

B.Arch or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university
Postgraduate in Architecture or Urban Design
International accreditation (RIBA, AIA, or equivalent)
The achievement of sustainability certification (LEED, PQP, or equivalent) is highly desirable

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
Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants