Senior BIM Architect
About HyperSpace
HyperSpace designs, builds, and operates large-scale immersive entertainment venues – physical entertainment destinations for our increasingly-digital world. Our portfolio spans original brands, like our award-winning AYA Universe and House of Hype venues, alongside experiences built around third-party IP, with projects live and in development across the Middle East, US, Europe, and Asia. We are vertically integrated; The same team that dreams up a world figures out how to build it, then runs it. That means the work never stays theoretical, and moves quickly from design, through construction, to a fully-operational awe-inspiring immersive environment.
About the role
You will bring bold ideas to life by managing architectural and BIM projects from concept to completion. You'll develop innovative, high-quality designs, create accurate 3D models and technical drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver immersive spaces on time. From coordinating with consultants and contractors to ensuring compliance with local regulations and supporting site execution, you'll play a key role in turning creative ideas into exceptional guest experiences.
What You’ll Do
- Manage projects from start to finish to ensure high quality, innovative and functional design.
- Conduct site inspections to assess project conditions and verify requirements prior to design documentation.
- Develop ideas keeping in mind the project needs, buildings usage and environmental impact.
- Prepare and maintain drawing schedules and submission checklists required for project approvals.
- Develop BIM models from LOD 100 (Concept Design) through LOD 400 (Shop/Construction Drawings) using Revit; AutoCAD detailing experience is preferred.
- Produce 3D models, BIM documentation, and detailed drawings that meet project requirements and local building regulations.
- Coordinate BIM models with structural, MEP, AVL, and other disciplines to ensure accurate integration and clash-free designs.
- Collaborate with design/project teams, including engineers, contractors, and consultants, to deliver project milestones on time.
- Attend consultant’s meetings and liaise with construction professionals.
- Conduct design reviews, clash detection, and resolve issues related to design and BIM models.
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality (DM) regulations, local authority requirements, building codes, and international standards.
- Provide technical support during project execution, attending site meetings when necessary.
- Following other disciplines’ feedback, incorporating all comments in work, ensuring accuracy in all drawings.
- Prepare project submission as per project stages including authority submission to acquire building permit and approvals on governing authorities
- Producing fully coordinated and accurate set of drawings
- Create and develops complex 3D models
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates on design and documentation status.
- Maintain and update BIM libraries, project documentation, and Revit standards.
- Prepare and issue drawing packages in the required formats for project managers, consultants, contractors, and site teams.
About You
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10-12 years of architectural design experience, with strong hands-on Revit modeling experience in the UAE or similar markets.
- Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is a must!
- Experience with BIM workflows, model coordination, clash detection, and model validation.
- Working knowledge of MEP, Structural, and AVL coordination.
- Strong understanding of Dubai Municipality regulations, local authority approvals, building codes, and construction documentation.
- Proficiency in visualization and design tools such as Navisworks, Lumion, Enscape, Dynamo, Rhino 3D, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Corona Renderer, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is an advantage.
- Experience in parametric design and computational modeling is a plus.
- Strong portfolio showcasing architectural design, technical expertise, and creative problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong technical drawing, detailing, and documentation skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional Revit or BIM certification is a plus!
- Creative thinker with strong spatial awareness, strategic decision-making skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional design.
The behaviors we value:
● Great Humans make Great History - Deliver Awesome, Win Together, Trust in Teamwork
● Future Forward - Be bold, Be decisive, Think ahead. Technology is not an idea, it is a tool.
● Faster = Stronger - Momentum makes Monuments. Learn fast, Measure and Act Accordingly.
Our commitment
At Hyperspace, we are committed to creating an inclusive and representative environment,
because we know that different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make for a better
workplace. We celebrate differences and promote a culture where you can bring your full self to
work. We promise to give you the same opportunities as everyone else and we won't
discriminate against you at any point in the process. This includes how we source talent, our
interview process, our conditions of employment and feedback. We are based in the heart of the
city, one of the coolest and most vibrant work places, our home is in the Dubai Design District.
Ready to Create Something Amazing?
Think you have what it takes? Share your CV and portfolio (PDF or link) with us at careers@hyper-space.com.
Show us the project you’re most proud of, the ideas behind it, and what you would do differently today. We want to see how you think, create, and bring ideas to life.