Senior Architect - Site Supervision

U+A; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An architecture consultancy is seeking an experienced architect in Dubai to oversee and monitor architecture projects, ensuring compliance with contracts and quality standards. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and at least 15 years of experience, with a strong technical knowledge of exterior designs and excellent communication skills. The role involves coordinating with contractors and ensuring all documentation is complete for project handover.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Middle East, with 6-8 years in UAE.
• Complete project understanding in the architectural discipline.
• Strong understanding of project specifications and authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor architectural works for compliance with contracts.
• Review and process all architectural technical submittals.
• Sign off on completed architectural works and ensure documentation is complete.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of exterior envelope details

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to review and provide feedback on technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Job description

Job Description

• Oversee and monitor architectural works to ensure conformance with contract documents and the procedures manual.
• Review and process all architectural technical submittals.
• Address RFIs related to architectural aspects.
• Coordinate and supervise all architectural activities and operations.
• Review contractor’s architectural change order proposals and provide recommendations to the PM.
• Lead the coordination process with other disciplines.
• Liaise and coordinate with necessary sub-consultants.
• Review contractor claims related to architectural works and prepare recommendations for claims to the PM.
• Review contractor’s project record documents relevant to architectural works.
• Manage architectural inspectors to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Assist in the inspection of completed works and monitor the start-up, testing, commissioning, and handover of architectural works.
• Sign off on completed architectural works, ensuring all documentation is complete.
• Prepare weekly planning reports and progress reports.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture .
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Middle East, with 6-8 years working in UAE or Middle East based international consultancy environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of exterior envelope details and material interfaces.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Ability to review and provide feedback on technical documentation effectively.
• Strong understanding of project specifications and authority requirements.
• Complete project understanding in the architectural discipline, from inception to handover.