Architect

Job description / Role

Job Title: Architect

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company: Apparel Group

About Us: Apparel Group is a prominent retail company based in Dubai, dedicated to delivering excellence in the fashion and lifestyle industry. We are committed to providing exceptional shopping experiences through our diverse portfolio of brand stores in malls across the region.

Job Summary: As an Architect at Apparel Group, you will play a crucial role in the design and development of brand stores within malls. You will be responsible for creating innovative and visually appealing store designs that align with our brand identity and enhance the overall shopping experience for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to understand project requirements and objectives.
- Develop conceptual designs and layouts for brand stores in malls, ensuring they reflect the brand's image and meet functional requirements.
- Prepare detailed architectural drawings, plans, and specifications for construction and renovation projects.
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure the timely and cost-effective implementation of design plans.
- Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing conditions, identify challenges, and propose solutions.
- Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and mall regulations to inform design decisions and ensure compliance.
- Work closely with the project management team to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
- Provide guidance and support to junior architects and interns as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience in architectural design, preferably in retail or commercial projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and other architectural software.
- Strong understanding of construction techniques, materials, and building codes.
- Excellent design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with mall regulations and requirements in the UAE is a plus.
- Located in Dubai or willing to relocate.

Why Join Apparel Group?

- Opportunity to work with leading fashion and lifestyle brands in the retail industry.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Chance to contribute to the creation of innovative store designs that shape the retail landscape in the region.

About the Company

The Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle brand conglomerate residing on the crossroads of a modern economy - Dubai, UAE. The mercurial growth in the last 17 years has been by acquiring a host of world class fashion labels from around the world - Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Aldo & Tim Hortons just to name a few.

Today the group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its over 1530 stores, 75 International brands and employing 12,000 multi cultural staff in over 4 continents. Apparel believes in turning dreams in to reality and we give everyone - our customers, our stakeholders, our employees - an equal opportunity to do so.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Poland, Singapore, Jordan, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines.