Architect Inspector

Khatib & Alami; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Khatib & Alami in Dubai seeks an experienced Architect Inspector to join our Consultancy Supervision Team. The role involves site inspection and supervision of architectural and finishing works on residential projects, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, samples and quality standards.

You will inspect works like blockwork, plastering, waterproofing, tiling and joinery; review shop drawings and material submittals; prepare daily reports and coordinate with other inspectors

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in architecture with relevant professional registration (where applicable).
• 5–8 years of site inspection experience on architectural and finishing works.
• Experience on high-rise, mid-rise and low-rise residential buildings is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of architectural materials, finishing systems and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with UAE authority requirements is advantageous.
• Good reporting and communication skills; proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Inspect architectural works including blockwork, plastering, waterproofing, flooring, tiling, ceilings, joinery, doors and finishes.
• Verify works align with approved shop drawings, submittals, mock-ups and samples.
• Review contractor inspection requests and conduct inspections within required timelines.
• Raise site observations and non-conformance reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP and facade inspectors to resolve interface issues.
• Check setting out and dimensions of architectural elements on site.
• Monitor workmanship quality and housekeeping in finishing areas.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain inspection records.
• Carry out snagging and de-snagging inspections and support handover.

Skills

Reading drawings

Site supervision

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Architecture

B.Arch.

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Khatib & Alami is seeking an experienced Architect Inspector to join our Consultancy Supervision Team in Dubai. The Architect Inspector carries out site inspection and supervision of architectural and finishing works on residential building projects, ensuring that the works comply with the approved drawings, specifications, samples and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect architectural works, including blockwork, plastering, waterproofing, flooring, tiling, ceilings, joinery, doors and finishes.
• Verify that works are carried out in line with approved shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups and samples.
• Review Contractor inspection requests and carry out inspections within the required timelines.
• Raise site observations and non-conformance reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP and facade inspectors to resolve interface issues.
• Check setting out and dimensions of architectural elements on site.
• Monitor the quality of workmanship and housekeeping in finishing areas.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain inspection records.
• Carry out snagging and de-snagging inspections and support handover.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.).
• 5 to 8 years of experience in site inspection of architectural and finishing works.
• Experience on high-rise, mid-rise and low-rise residential buildings.
• Good knowledge of architectural materials, finishing systems and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with UAE authority requirements is an advantage.
• Good reporting and communication skills; proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.