Lead Architect

We are Azizi, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team driven by the goal of crafting beautiful homes for people living in the UAE. Our portfolio spans across Dubai’s prime residential and commercial destinations, showcasing our commitment to transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity, and adding value through a construction-driven approach.With exciting landmark developments such as Burj Azizi, the second tallest tower in the world, Monaco Mansions, and Azizi Venice, Dubai’s luxurious Venetian-inspired waterfront community, we continue to strengthen our Design 360 Studio. Our multidisciplinary team integrates Architecture, Structures, MEP, Landscape, Interiors, and Supervision to deliver innovative, high-quality, and value-driven real estate assets.As a Lead Architect – Special Projects, reporting to the Head of Special Projects and based at our Design Studio at the Al Hudaiba Awards office in Dubai, you will play a key role in leading architectural design development and delivery for prestigious, high-profile projects, including Azizi Opera. You will drive design excellence, ensure seamless multidisciplinary coordination, and translate ambitious architectural concepts into technically sound and fully coordinated design deliverables.Responsibilities includeLead and manage the architectural design team, providing clear direction, technical guidance, and support throughout all design stages.Oversee architectural design development from concept and schematic design through design development and detailed design.Ensure architectural designs align with the project's vision, design intent, functional requirements, and approved project parameters.Review and approve architectural drawings, models, specifications, and technical submissions to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance.Coordinate closely with Structures, MEP, Interior Design, Landscape, and other disciplines to resolve design and technical interface issues.Liaise with the Head of Special Projects and senior stakeholders, providing regular updates on design progress, deliverables, and project milestones.Ensure compliance with relevant authority regulations, master developer requirements, design guidelines, sustainability standards, and project-specific requirements.Manage design revisions, incorporate management feedback, and monitor changes to maintain alignment with the approved design direction.Coordinate with external consultants, contractors, and authorities to ensure effective design integration and timely delivery.Monitor design schedules, deliverables, and resource allocation, proactively identifying risks and resolving workflow challenges.Mentor junior architects and support the continuous improvement of design processes, technical standards, and team performance.Here's what you'll needBachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.A minimum of 12–15 years of relevant architectural design and design management experience, preferably involving landmark, complex, or culturally significant developments.Proven experience leading architectural design teams and delivering projects across multiple design stages.Experience with Opera Houses, theatres, concert halls, performing arts venues, or other iconic and technically complex developments will be a strong advantage.Advanced proficiency in Revit and Rhino, with strong capabilities in architectural design development, modelling, and technical documentation.Strong knowledge of architectural detailing, building regulations, authority approvals, and multidisciplinary design coordination.Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.The ability to translate complex design concepts into coordinated, high-quality architectural deliverables while maintaining design intent and project requirements.