Architectural Lead

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced and registered Architect to lead the architectural vision and drive design excellence for large-scale commercial, mixed-use, and urban developments. Highlights: 1. Lead architectural vision for large-scale commercial and urban developments 2. Drive concept design excellence and integrate contemporary design 3. Oversee projects from concept through construction supervision **Requirements:** · **Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture.** · **Registered Architect (preferably with GCC experience).** · **Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with significant exposure to the GCC market.** · **Demonstrated leadership of large\-scale commercial, mixed\-use, or urban master plan developments.** · **Strong understanding of regional climatic design strategies and sustainable development principles.** · **Proven experience navigating regulatory approvals within Oman or wider GCC.** **Responsibilities** **Design Leadership \& Vision** * Establish and lead the architectural vision across commercial, mixed\-use, hospitality, and urban\-scale developments. * Drive concept design excellence while ensuring alignment with market positioning and development strategy. * Integrate contemporary design with regional identity, climatic responsiveness, and cultural sensitivity. * Oversee all stages from concept design through IFC documentation and construction supervision support. **Urban \& Regulatory Integration** * Lead master planning and urban integration strategies in compliance with Omani planning frameworks. * Manage coordination and approvals with key authorities including: * Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning * Muscat Municipality * Ensure adherence to Oman Building Code requirements and municipal development controls. * Optimize land use, density, circulation planning, and public realm integration. **Commercial \& Development Alignment** * Align architectural strategies with development feasibility, leasing requirements, and ROI targets. * Drive efficiency in GFA optimization, core planning, and tenant adaptability. * Collaborate with commercial, leasing, and asset management teams to enhance long\-term asset performance. * Support value engineering exercises without compromising design integrity. **Technical \& Construction Oversight** * Lead multidisciplinary coordination (structural, MEP, façade, landscape, traffic). * Review technical submissions and ensure constructability and cost efficiency. * Conduct site reviews to safeguard design intent during execution. * Manage risk mitigation across project life cycles. **Leadership \& Governance** * Mentor and lead internal design teams and external consultants. * Establish design governance frameworks and review processes. * Present to executive leadership, investors, and regulatory bodies. * Represent the organization in high\-level stakeholder engagements. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: RO600\.000 \- RO1,000\.000 per month