Architect

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Development Team as a Senior Architectwill Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years of Experience as an Architect in the UAE.
  
• An advanced Degree or Qualification in Architecture is preferred.
  
• Superior Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills and the competence to Exceed Expectations in dynamic and competitive operational environments.
  
• Outstanding Graphic Presentation Preparation and Delivery skills.
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of 3D Modelling and Documentation tools and an In-depth Understanding of CAD and AutoCAD software.
  
• The Resilience and Ability to work in an Environment that demands a Commitment to Excellence and Dedicated Hard Work.
  
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
  
• Exceptional skills in Improving Customer and Stakeholder Satisfaction and Driving Profitability, showcasing a commitment to Industry-Leading Standards.
  
• ‘FIVE-Styled’ Visionary thinking by finding Creative Solutions, while taking Ownership for all duties and tasks assigned.
  
• A 'People-Oriented' Leader, passionate about Motivating and Training a successful and productive Team.
  
• Willing to relocate for short or long travels to Europe, as it may require by the employer depending on the project’s needs.
  
• A Hands-on Attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Lead Consultants and Interior Designers to craft bespoke Architectural and Engineering Plans for FIVE.
  
• Reviews, refines, and elevates plans to align with Governmental Regulations, guaranteeing Compliance and Industry-leading Quality.
  
• Leads in Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration phases.
  
• Review and comment consultant design drawings and contractors shop drawings
  
• Experience in taking off FFE quantification, producing FFE BOQ’s and attending to FFE tender RFIs, follow up with bidders for quotations and analysis of the technical aspect of the bids along with preparing spread sheet of all tenders for comparison.
  
• Experience in finishing schedules technical detailing, taking off quantities of finishes from the drawings, and preparing the quantities for the QS to create the relevant finishes BOQ.
  
• Solves complex Technical and Design Challenges collaboratively, producing sensational and hand-crafted solutions that set new Industry Standards.
  
• Liaises adeptly with Contractors, Lead Consultants, and ID designers, addressing issues promptly and ensuring the project meets ‘FIVE-Star’ Standards.
  
• Co-manages Construction Meetings, fostering a productive and innovative atmosphere while ensuring seamless Consultant Coordination.
  
• Assures Construction and ID Works align with the Employer's Policies, delivering a stunning building with meticulous Attention to Detail that perfectly matches Renders and CGIs.
  
• Executes the rule ‘Render to Reality’ with a bold approach, ensuring the final outcome is nothing short of spectacular.
  
• Participates in the FIVE Journey, contributing to the behind-the-scenes 'Vibe at FIVE,' and plays a key role in executing Award-winning Initiatives.
  
• Coordinates with other FIVE Tribe Members to bring to life Disruptive and Next-Level Projects.
  

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury Living and Hospitality, with its UAE-based Destinations being the first and only Hotels in the UAE to obtain the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC) for achieving 100% renewable electricity for 2022. The company's Science-Meets-Styled ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ Ethos has led to a completely LEED Platinum-certified operational hospitality portfolio. FIVE Palm Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village are also 3 Star SPIRE Rated Smart Buildings. FIVE Zurich, the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland, achieved an impressive 84 Points under LEED v4's BD+C and ID+C rating system, making it one of just five hotels worldwide to receive Platinum Certification. FIVE illustrates its Commitment to making ‘Sustainability without Compromise on Luxury Living’ central to its Future Vision, with FIVE LUXE already on track to acquire LEED Platinum (BD+C). These Achievements highlight FIVE’s Comprehensive and Committed Scope of Sustainability Strategy permeating Operations, Governance and Community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70 nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.

Find out more here: fivehotelsandresorts.com