Lead Architectural Site Resident (owner's rep)

g2 Recruitment; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

g2 Recruitment is seeking a Lead Architectural Site Resident Engineer (owner's rep) for data centre projects in Frankfurt. The role requires strong site supervision, design intent enforcement, QA/QC, and coordination with contractors and stakeholders.

The position is permanent or freelance, with start ASAP. Munich could be possible; travel may be expected to supervise complex builds across mission-critical facilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or related discipline.
• Strong site-based construction supervision experience.
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and technical review procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in data centre, mission critical, pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor or advanced manufacturing projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead architectural representative on site.
• Review technical submittals, RFIs and shop drawings.
• Ensure construction works comply with design intent and project specifications.
• Undertake site inspections and quality reviews.
• Manage snagging and defect resolution processes.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Support QA/QC activities throughout the construction phase.
• Produce regular progress and technical reports.

Skills

Architectural experience

Site supervision

QA/QC knowledge

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Education

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Lead Architectural Site Resident (owner's rep) | Frankfurt | Data Centre Projects

Start date: ASAP (Longer notice periods can be accommodated)

Contract type: Permanent or Freelance

Location: Frankfurt (Munich is also possible)

We're supporting a leading international engineering consultancy in the appointment of a Lead Architectural Resident Engineer for major data centre developments in Frankfurt.

This position is ideal for an experienced Architect or Architectural Construction Professional with a strong background in site supervision, construction delivery, and quality assurance across complex building projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead architectural representative on site


• Review technical submittals, RFIs and shop drawings


• Ensure construction works comply with design intent and project specifications


• Undertake site inspections and quality reviews


• Manage snagging and defect resolution processes


• Coordinate contractors, consultants and project stakeholders


• Support QA/QC activities throughout the construction phase


• Produce regular progress and technical reports

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Architecture or a related discipline


• Strong site-based construction supervision experience


• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and technical review procedures


• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment


• Data centre, mission critical, pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor or advanced manufacturing project experience is highly desirable