
RMJM
Senior Site Architect (Construction Supervision, High-Profile Projects)
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 10 - 15 yrs
Job expiry date: 10/10/2025
Job overview
Date posted
26/08/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 30,000 - 40,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
10 - 15 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
10/10/2025
Job description
The Senior Site Architect at RMJM will lead the architectural supervision and delivery of complex high-profile construction projects in Dubai. This role is crucial in ensuring that all architectural components meet design intent, quality standards, and statutory regulations. The position includes oversight of site activities, review of technical submissions, coordination with contractors and authorities, and technical input on material selection and construction methodologies. Responsibilities include conducting daily site inspections, managing QA/QC compliance, leading value engineering initiatives, and resolving design-related issues. The role also entails mentoring junior team members and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maintain progress and resolve interface challenges. Candidates must demonstrate a deep understanding of UAE and international codes and standards (UAE FLS, NFPA, IBC, ASTM, BS, EN), as well as sustainable design principles like LEED and Estidama. This position requires at least 10 years of post-graduate experience, with 5 years in site supervision, ideally with an international design consultancy. International accreditations such as RIBA, AIA, or PMP are preferred.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Manage architectural construction supervision activities to ensure quality and timely delivery
- Coordinate with contractors, stakeholders, and authorities to ensure design approvals and permits are in place
- Lead multidisciplinary coordination meetings and communicate project updates and critical issues
- Review submittals, inspection requests, and technical queries with discipline engineers
- Approve architectural finishes, colors, benchmark mock-ups, and model rooms
- Conduct technical reviews for material samples and construction practices
- Perform daily site visits to verify compliance with design, QA/QC procedures, and contracts
- Contribute to project close-out procedures and final handover documentation
- Identify and implement value engineering opportunities to improve quality and reduce cost
- Mentor junior team members and support their development
- Ensure alignment with international standards and sustainability principles
- Prevent potential contractor claims through commercial awareness and technical oversight
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (B.Arch or B.Sc.)
- Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience
- At least 5 years of site supervision experience on complex high-profile projects
- Strong understanding of local and international building codes and regulations (UAE FLS Code, NFPA, IBC)
- Knowledge of ASTM, BS, EN standards
- Experience with sustainable design certifications (LEED, Estidama, Green Building)
- Good working knowledge of UAE materials, suppliers, and construction practices
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
- Ability to manage teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
- Preferred certifications: RIBA, AIA, LEED, PQP, PMP, IPMA, PMI