Senior Architect - 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 well-being, knowledge development, and career planning.

UNS is currently looking for a Senior Architect to join our Hong Kong office:

• 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 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 customized 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.

   

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 & expected salary and availability can be sent digitally to Victoria Tian at hr.asia@unstudio.com