Principal Architect/Technical Manager

Job description / Role

Overview

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration - through conceptualization - to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2023 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you'll discover more than just a job - you'll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for talented Principal Architect/Technical Manager to join our award-winning team based in Qatar.

We envisage success in this role to include:

- Lead the architectural design process from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality and innovative design solutions
- Oversee and manage technical aspects of architectural projects, including design development, construction documentation, and specifications
- Provide technical guidance and support to the project team, including architects, engineers, and contractors
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and standards throughout the project lifecycle
- Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, requirements, and expectations, and translate them into effective design solutions
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and adherence to design intent and specifications
- Coordinate with other project managers and consultants to ensure seamless integration of architectural and engineering elements
- Review and approve architectural drawings, plans, and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and constructability
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
- Resolve technical issues and provide solutions to design and construction challenges
- Lead and mentor junior architects and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
- Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure continuous improvement and innovation in design and construction processes
- Prepare and present design proposals, reports, and project updates to clients, stakeholders, and senior management
- Ensure effective communication and coordination with all project stakeholders to achieve project objectives and deliverables

Qualifications

- To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 25 years of broad-based experience in a architecture role, preferably in the region.
- Experience in Microsoft Office, Primavera and Microsoft Project applications and a Bachelor Degree in Engineering is essential.

KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.

About the Company

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 57 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms; in the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms; and by World Architecture as 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

We invite you to join us.