GHD
GHD
GHD is a global multidisciplinary professional services company working across advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. Its teams support projects in areas including water, energy, the built environment, digital transformation, and sustainability. The company applies technical expertise to challenges such as renewable energy development, decarbonization, water security, and community resilience, with an emphasis on creating sustainable outcomes for future generations. Its broad range of disciplines offers a varied context for professionals exploring careers in consulting and related project-based services.

Senior Architecture Team Leader (Hybrid, UAE)

Lead complex architectural design work for GHD in a senior role based in the UAE with hybrid working. Guide multidisciplinary teams from initial concept through implementation.

Description

  • Direct complex architectural design solutions from concept through implementation.
  • Set and uphold the design vision for major projects while maintaining quality, innovation, and technical rigour.
  • Partner with clients and project stakeholders to clarify needs and achieve strong project outcomes.
  • Lead design reviews, feasibility assessments, and design validation activities.
  • Advise on architectural design, construction methods, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary specialists across BIM, technical, and engineering functions.
  • Support business development through technical contributions to proposals, tenders, and client presentations.
  • Coach and develop team members while promoting design excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
  • Use emerging technologies and established best practices to enhance project results.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a comparable discipline.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in architectural design.
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and oversee design delivery.
  • Strong design, technical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Background working collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Excellent client and stakeholder relationship management abilities.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others.
  • Experience with standard architectural design and BIM software.
  • Experience supervising people and resources to achieve agreed outcomes.

Benefits

  • Lead design innovation, develop your career, and help create places that serve communities for generations.
  • Join a globally connected team delivering complex, rewarding projects.
  • Work in an environment that encourages new ideas, constructive challenge, and high-quality work.
  • Become part of an employee-owned company.
  • Mentor emerging professionals and help build design capability across the business.

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