Architect

Job Description

As an international architectural firm, UNStudio is active in the broadest fields of architecture. Our project portfolio covers every aspect of architecture, ranging from small- to large-scale projects, research and theory. The atmosphere within each of our offices is international, multidisciplinary, design-oriented and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal well-being, knowledge development, and career planning.

We are currently looking for an Architect to join our Dubai office. The ideal candidate should have strong design sensibilities, technical skills, a flexible mentality, and experience managing all stages of a project, from concept through to construction.

The Position

You will be focusing on various aspects of architectural design, ranging from research and theory, to a spectrum of programmatic scales and typologies (See our Projects page). This position will require you to continue growing your current responsibility level while helping train and mentor junior staff. Becoming a self-guided professional that never stops learning and continues teaching others is key for the culture of the office.

Job Requirements

1. Masters degree or equivalent in Architecture
2. 3-5 years experience as an Architect within a dynamic, international environment
3. Knowledge of 3D Modelling in Rhinoceros plus Grasshopper
4. Familiar with all phases of design and construction
5. Experience with Revit software is a plus
6. Knowledge of 2D drawing in AutoCAD
7. Knowledge of rendering software such as Enscape and V-ray
8. Fluent in English (presenting, speaking, reading, writing)
9. Highly motivated, self-guided, and research driven
10. Willing to contribute to our collective knowledge culture

We look forward to receiving your C.V./resume + portfolio. Please don’t apply to this position if you don’t match the above requirements.

When you work at UNStudio

1. You have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projects
2. You are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment
3. Research is an integrated and valued part of your daily work
4. You have the opportunity to initiate and develop research projects with external companies and institutions
5. Your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is ranked highest
6. You work in a young international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and social, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects and everything in-between
7. You design through discovery, and learn on the job
8. You get as much creative freedom as you are willing to take
9. You find yourself in a responsible position as soon as you are ready
10. Friday Afternoon Drinks are always waiting for you
11. Our annual Summer and Winter Events have become legendary
12. You have 27 annual holidays, with a holiday allowance in addition to your annual salary