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Role Overview
Senior Architect at Egis Group, Kuwait City, Kuwait. This pivotal role serves as a key design leader responsible for delivering exceptional architectural solutions while maintaining the highest standards of design excellence.
Company Overview
Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services, operating in 100 countries with 19,500 employees. With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects and is ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR). The Group provides comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services and is committed to sustainable development.
Role Purpose
You will act as the primary point of contact for all design-related matters, leading architectural teams, driving design strategy, and shaping the future of the built environment through your expertise and leadership. You will collaborate seamlessly with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure projects are executed with precision, innovation, and transparency.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Management
- Lead and manage architectural design teams across multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring clear communication, well-defined tasks, and measurable targets
- Mentor and support team members' professional development, recognizing individual strengths and fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment
Design Strategy and Client Liaison
- Evaluate, document, monitor, and control client briefs while maintaining ownership of design direction and project vision
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for clients, external consultants, and internal stakeholders, providing responsive and transparent communication
- Conduct thorough research and analysis of design briefs, producing sketches, options, and diagrams to effectively communicate design opportunities and challenges
Coordination and Documentation
- Coordinate effectively across all disciplines including Architecture, Landscape, 3D Visualization, MEP, and Interior Design to deliver cohesive, high-quality architectural products
- Establish, chair, and document project team meetings and coordination sessions, ensuring all stakeholders remain aligned on project objectives and milestones
- Review and verify drawings and specifications for accuracy, ensuring seamless coordination between disciplines and consultants
Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Implement and oversee quality assurance and quality control procedures to maintain design standards and regulatory compliance
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and building codes throughout the project lifecycle
Project Control and Change Management
- Monitor and maintain project milestones, ensuring timely delivery of design phases within approved budgets
- Manage and coordinate internal and external changes through formal change control procedures, minimizing project disruption
Transition and Continuity
- Facilitate smooth transitions between design, project, and post-contract teams to maintain project continuity and quality
Qualifications & Experience
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture with RIBA Parts 1, 2, and 3 or equivalent qualification
- Registered architect status (ARB or equivalent in country of origin)
- RIBA or equivalent professional membership preferred
Required Experience
- Minimum 12 years of professional architectural experience
- At least 4 years of experience as a project architect or in a senior design leadership role
- Proven experience managing architectural teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary projects
- Demonstrated expertise in design coordination and quality assurance/quality control procedures
- Strong background working in office environments as part of collaborative teams
Preferred Experience
- Resident architect or on-site project experience
- Experience in high-rise building design and construction
- Proven track record of successful client liaison and stakeholder management
- Experience with change management and regulatory compliance in complex projects
Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills and Tools
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD for architectural design and documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
- Strong skills in design visualization and presentation software (Photoshop, 3D Max)
- Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and workflows
- Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
Core Competencies
- Exceptional design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetic excellence
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Superior written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements
- Customer-focused mindset with commitment to delivering client satisfaction
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across disciplines
- Innovative thinking combined with practical, solution-oriented decision-making