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:

Requirements

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 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.

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

When you work at UNS

you have the opportunity to work on high profile, ambitious projects, including performing arts centers 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