Our client is seeking a Senior Architect-Rail Design to lead the development, review, and governance of architectural design for Rail projects, ensuring functional integration, sustainability, stakeholder alignment, and compliance with company standards. Serve as the architectural discipline lead through planning, procurement, and technical oversight of rail infrastructure design.
This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Please note that our client will only consider Emiratis / UAE Nationals for this role.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Strategy:
* Develop and manage pre- and post-contract architectural design concepts aligned with the company's transportation goals, sustainability directives, and long-term project vision.
* Contribute to the technical review of rail-related legislation, planning regulations, and investment-linked projects, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
* Lead architectural input for Planning & Development Manuals, design guidelines, and Rail Agency standards to ensure consistency and excellence across all rail infrastructure projects.
* Incorporate sustainability strategies and environmental design principles into architectural works, embedding sustainability, green economy, and value-engineering principles to optimize lifecycle costs.
Operations:
* Oversee architectural deliverables including station design, signage, wayfinding, landscaping, and intermodal interfaces ensuring compliance with codes, accessibility standards, and stakeholder requirements.
* Review the acoustic design, noise and vibration control measures, and fit-out guidelines, providing detailed feedback. Additionally, evaluate the advertisement and retail strategies for rail projects, offering insights in collaboration with internal departments.
* Provide architectural consultation and cross-functional support to other engineering disciplines throughout pre- and post-contract phases, ensuring integrated design solutions.