Senior Architect (Site Supervision)

Role Overview

Senior Architect (Site Supervision) at AtkinsRealis. The role oversees the full spectrum of architecture design for different asset types across projects, serving as a capable professional in an architectural design team, leading work on specific elements with minimal direction.

Company Overview

AtkinsRealis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together with industry partners, clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we engineer a better future for our planet and its people. We are committed to leading our clients across various end markets.

Role Purpose

To oversee comprehensive architectural design across diverse asset types and project phases, from concept through detailed design. Lead architectural teams and multidisciplinary groups, champion design excellence and safety compliance, and ensure alignment with project objectives, stakeholder requirements, and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

Scope & Schedule Management

• Manage scope and schedule, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Prepare and track relevant Capex documentation.

Design Excellence & Standards

• Manage the design process creatively, emphasizing aesthetic excellence.
• Deliver architectural designs for diverse typologies: residential, mixed-use, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, civic, and cultural.
• Develop expertise in architectural and urban design to create holistic built environments.
• Provide strategic guidance on technical design standards and philosophy.
• Solve design issues creatively while adhering to budget and design approach.

Design Development & Documentation

• Supervise production from visualization through pre-concept, concept, developed, and detailed design stages.
• Prepare, develop, and edit drawings and presentations effectively.
• Draft comprehensive architectural documentation from concept through detailed design.
• Develop and review architectural asset briefs, manuals, and standard design documents.
• Oversee preparation of materials schedules, sample boards, FF&E schedules, sourcing, and mock-ups.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with project requirements and design standards.
• Ensure Design and Asset Brief compliance, maintaining accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor technical compliance throughout design and construction phases.
• Lead qualitative architectural design reviews, offering analysis, comments, and recommendations to Executive Management.
• Conduct design reviews and recommend solutions aligned with business goals and global standards.

Integration & Coordination

• Support integration of design packages across disciplines.
• Collaborate with Design Group, Delivery team, and Project team on design delivery from concept to completion.
• Communicate and coordinate with consultants, contractors, and NEOM departments.

Safety & Sustainability

• Champion Safety in Design principles and implementation.
• Ensure familiarity with Statutory Authorities requirements and Sustainable Design principles.

Team Leadership & Management

• Oversee and manage Architects, Designers, Managers, and Professionals within the department.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex, high-profile projects.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and large-scale projects.
• Build consensus among team members to ensure the best contributions.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Deliver Architecture mandate as part of the Senior Management team, including stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• 13+ years of architectural design and management experience post-undergraduate.
• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) or Bachelor of Science in Architecture from a recognized university.
• Postgraduate degree in Architecture or Urban Design.
• International accreditations: RIBA, AIA, or equivalent.
• Proven expertise in managing international design consultants across sectors and typologies.
• Experience in residential, commercial, public, healthcare, and educational designs.
• Demonstrated success in large, complex programs with a focus on quality and innovation.
• Construction experience is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent conceptual and aesthetic design skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of risk management, scope definition, and scope interfaces.
• Full knowledge of international standards, policies, codes, and procedures.
• Understanding of financial and commercial project management.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite.
• Grasshopper and V-Ray proficiency are a plus.
• Fluent in English, with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and budgets.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a flexible, collaborative attitude.

Additional Information

Contract & Employment

• Employee, Regular contract type.

Sustainability Credentials

• Sustainability certifications (LEED, PQP, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.