Architectural Associate

Role Overview

This role supports architectural design and project delivery across planning, coordination, documentation, and site-related tasks. The position is based in Dubai and is offered on a contract basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Create concept options, schematic layouts, and 3D models to support design development.
• Work closely with the project team to coordinate with different stakeholders and keep discussions and project details properly recorded.
• Support architects in feasibility reviews, site assessments, and early-stage design work.
• Prepare presentation materials for clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Build familiarity with code requirements and produce drawings for authority consultations and submissions.
• Contribute to design development and overall project coordination with clients, authorities, and other consultants.
• Assist in preparing tender packages and quotation-related documents.
• Attend meetings with clients, users, project managers, and authorities, and document the outcomes.
• Help draft responses and approvals for contractor submissions and clarifications within the required timelines.
• Draft letters and other communications related to project, design, and contract matters.
• Record site progress and issue updated drawings to clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Join site inspections with senior architects or site teams and note observations and comments.
• Support verification of completed works, as-built documentation, defect rectification, and handover to the client.
• Coordinate with the consultant team to ensure building plans align with company and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• A degree in architecture or an equivalent qualification is required.
• Working knowledge of design and drafting tools such as Revit, Autodesk, SketchUp, Rhinoceros, and Adobe software is expected.
• The candidate should be collaborative, optimistic, proactive, and self-motivated.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage tasks in an organized and efficient manner are important.
• Applicants with the right qualification but no previous work experience are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

This is an onsite contract role in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. No salary, perks, or vacancy count were specified in the source information.