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UNS is hiring a senior architect to join its team in Hong Kong.

As an international architectural firm, UNS 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 our global offices, including our UNS Asia offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong, is international, multidisciplinary, design-oriented and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal wellbeing, knowledge development, and career planning.

UNS is currently looking for a senior architect to join our Hong Kong office:

Skills and requirements:

• minimum 10 years of experience at a top-tier international design firm, working on diverse typologies, including constructed performing arts and/or cultural projects
• sufficient experience as a project leader – including planning, execution, and team leadership – with a thorough understanding of the full design process from early concept through to technical and construction stages
• experience managing both façade and interior design scope during the construction stage is a must
• excellent technical interfacing and detailing skills. A proven technical problem-solver, capable of developing innovative architectural and interior solutions, as documented through construction documents, shop drawings, and detailed packages
• strong knowledge of products, materials, and typical construction methods, particularly within the Asian market. Enthusiasm for and extensive knowledge of both standard and customised materials and finishes
• strong aesthetic sensibilities and design skills
• excellent conceptual, communication and coordination skills with clients and consultants
• proactive and self-motivated, with a continuous desire to both learn from and mentor others
• responsible, accountable, and able to foresee risks and solve conflicts in projects
• fluent English communication skills (reading and writing); fluent Cantonese communication skills (reading and writing) are beneficial but not required
• extensive knowledge of Revit, Rhinoceros, AutoCAD, Adobe suite, etc.

Contact:

Working conditions are according to local legislation. Benefits follow UNS Hong Kong standards.

Applications consisting of a short cover letter, CV, portfolio (PDF, max.10mb enclosed in the application email or Issuu.com only), last and expected salary and availability can be sent digitally to Victoria Tian at [email protected].

When you work at UNS:

• you have the opportunity to work on high-profile, ambitious projects, including performing arts centres in the region
• you are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment
• your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is prized highest
• you work in an international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and self-motivated, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects, and every level in-between
• you design through knowledge and discovery, and continually learn on the job

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