Architect
Apparel Group
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time

Job Description
Objective:
This position is responsible for developing and executing architectural design solutions for new retail stores, extensions, refurbishments, and adaptive re-use projects across the company’s portfolio. The role ensures functional, aesthetic, and compliant designs are delivered within budget, aligned with brand standards, and successfully integrated into construction execution.
Key Responsibility:
Design Development & Conceptualization
Objective:
This position is responsible for developing and executing architectural design solutions for new retail stores, extensions, refurbishments, and adaptive re-use projects across the company’s portfolio. The role ensures functional, aesthetic, and compliant designs are delivered within budget, aligned with brand standards, and successfully integrated into construction execution.
Key Responsibility:
Design Development & Conceptualization
- Prepare and present conceptual and detailed architectural design proposals, layout plans, and feasibility studies.
- Collaborate with internal brand teams and project stakeholders to translate functional requirements into effective design solutions.
- Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software for preparing 2D/3D layouts, renders, and architectural drawings.
- Coordinate architectural inputs with MEP, structural, and interior design disciplines to ensure cohesive project delivery.
- Prepare and submit planning applications, tender documents, and construction drawings aligned with regulatory and corporate requirements.
- Ensure accurate documentation of specifications, material standards, and brand-aligned finishes.
- Monitor project budgets and ensure architectural designs meet cost and timeline constraints without compromising design quality.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, health and safety standards, accessibility guidelines, and environmental regulations.
- Identify and mitigate design-related risks throughout the design development and construction phases.
- Conduct regular site visits to verify construction alignment with design intent and resolve design or execution discrepancies.
- Assist project managers and contractors in interpreting drawings and resolving architectural issues during site execution.
- Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and material proposals for design compliance.
- Engage with brand principals, project managers, senior designers, and vendors to communicate design objectives and align on expectations.
- Present design proposals to senior leadership for approvals and participate in value engineering and optimization discussions.
- Support post-completion reviews to capture lessons learned and contribute to design process improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from a recognized institution; professional registration is preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in architectural design, preferably within retail, commercial, or mixed-use projects.
- Strong understanding of building codes, retail space planning, construction techniques, and local authority requirements.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design tools.
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