Senior Architect – Civil (Residential Villas)
Abu Dhabi Contracting Company
Architectural Coordination, Shop Drawings, and Authority Liaison
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Posted on January 7, 2026
Job Description / Role
🔹 Key Responsibilities:
- Design Coordination: Lead architectural design coordination to ensure all structural and MEP elements align perfectly with the architectural intent.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare and review detailed shop drawings, material submittals, and final as-built documentation.
- Authority Liaison: Manage the submission process for Abu Dhabi authorities (ADM, Civil Defense, etc.) and ensure compliance with Estidama and local building codes.
- Site Supervision: Provide critical on-site support, resolving technical discrepancies and ensuring construction follows approved drawings.
- Material Selection: Evaluate and recommend construction materials and techniques that balance aesthetic goals with structural durability.
- Stakeholder Management: Coordinate effectively with consultants, sub-contractors, and engineering teams to maintain project timelines.
🔹 Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Mandatory).
- Professional Experience: 7–8 years of relevant experience in the UAE, specifically focused on residential villa construction.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Abu Dhabi municipality regulations and the building approval lifecycle.
- Technical Toolkit: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit is highly advantageous for BIM coordination.
- Structural Awareness: Strong understanding of building construction details, materials, and modern civil techniques.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, coordination, and communication skills to manage multi-disciplinary site teams.
What We Offer:
- Project Ownership: Lead high-profile residential projects in Abu Dhabi from a technical and coordination perspective.
- Dynamic Environment: Work within a specialized contracting firm with a strong pipeline of villa developments.
- Professional Growth: An opportunity to solidify your expertise in Abu Dhabi’s unique regulatory and architectural landscape.
- Compensation: Competitive monthly salary of AED 10,000 to 11,000, tailored to your senior-level UAE architectural experience.