Architect
CaliberlyDubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted December 15, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Caliberly is a talent acquisition firm that connects highly skilled professionals with leading brands across the MENA region and beyond, sourcing talent for roles at all levels across three continents. Leveraging a segmented market network, the company offers recruitment, staffing, temp staffing, HR, and talent search services to meet diverse business needs. With a focus on quality and ethical sourcing, Caliberly positions itself as a bridge between job seekers and employers, ensuring a seamless match for both parties. Its commitment to upholding industry core values and delivering caliber talent sets it apart in the competitive recruitment landscape.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Architect with a strong background in interior fit-out and construction. The right candidate will lead design efforts from concept through execution, ensuring design intent is translated into high-quality buildable solutions, coordinating with consultants and contractors, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Develop architectural design concepts and detailed interior layouts, ensuring aesthetics, functionality, and buildability.
- Prepare and review architectural drawings, shop drawings, elevations, sections, and details to support fit-out scope.
- Select materials, finishes, fittings, and furniture (FF&E) in collaboration with the design and procurement teams.
- Lead coordination with MEP, structural, and other consultants to integrate architecture with technical systems.
- Oversee site execution: conduct regular site visits, check subcontractor work, ensure design quality, and resolve on-site issues.
- Ensure that architectural work aligns with regulatory requirements, building codes, and health & safety standards.
- Work with project managers to develop project schedules, define milestones and monitor progress against design objectives.
- Prepare design presentations, renderings, and client-facing materials to communicate vision and obtain approvals.
- Review and approve material submittals, shop drawings, and mock-ups to maintain design integrity.
- Support the handover process: prepare as-built drawings, participate in snagging, and ensure design compliance post-completion.
- Mentor junior designers or interns, review their work, and provide guidance on design and documentation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits aligned with the UAE construction & fit-out market.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact interior fit-out projects, from concept design through delivery.
- A collaborative and creative working environment with professional development opportunities.
- Exposure to cross-functional project teams and hands-on involvement in both design and site phases.