HEAD OF DESIGN (ARCHITECT) AT WISDOM SCROLL CONSULTING | DESIGN JOBS IN ABUJA

About Company:

We work together with companies as smart partnership in providing hands-on solutions to help solve day to day business challenges by developing their human capital, building their brands, advertising their image and marketing their products – all with the help and guidance of our multifaceted organization.

Job Description:

 We are seeking a visionary and technically proficient Director of Architectural Design to lead our design department. In this executive-level role, you will be the primary steward of our architectural identity, responsible for translating client visions into sustainable, high-impact structures. You will lead an elite team of architects through the entire design lifecycle—from initial schematic concepts to final detailed drawings—while ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with global and local building codes. The ideal candidate is a master of both the "art" and the "business" of architecture.

Requirements:

1. Design Leadership & Conceptual Strategy

• Creative Direction: Provide the overarching strategic vision for all architectural projects, ensuring that designs are innovative, functional, and aesthetically superior.

• Concept Oversight: Develop and supervise architectural concepts and schematic designs, ensuring they align with client requirements and brand standards.

• Technical Excellence: Review and approve all detailed drawings and design outputs to maintain the highest levels of quality and consistency.

2. Project Integration & Stakeholder Management

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work in lockstep with Project Managers, Structural Engineers, and Contractors to ensure that design intent is preserved during the construction phase.

• Client Engagement: Represent the organization at the highest level during design presentations, stakeholder meetings, and high-value client negotiations.

• Regulatory Governance: Ensure 100% compliance with all building codes, zoning laws, and environmental sustainability standards.

3. Operational Management & Mentorship

• Resource Orchestration: Manage design timelines, personnel allocation, and departmental budgets to maximize operational efficiency.

• Talent Development: Act as a mentor and coach for junior architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the firm.

• Innovation: Stay at the forefront of emerging design trends, BIM technologies, sustainable materials, and "Green Building" practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

Experience & Technical Skills

• Proven Tenure: Significant experience in architectural design, with a minimum of [X] years in a senior leadership or directorial capacity.

• Licensing: Professional registration/licensure as an Architect is required.

• Software Mastery: Expert proficiency in BIM (Revit), AutoCAD, Rhino, and high-end visualization tools.

• Regulatory Expert: Deep knowledge of local and international building codes and permitting processes.

Core Competencies

• Visionary Thinking: Ability to anticipate future design trends and integrate them into current projects.

• Leadership: Exceptional ability to manage diverse teams and resolve complex design conflicts.

• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of project profitability, budgeting, and resource management.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: wscareersconsulting@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.