Alghanim Academy - Junior Architect, Facilities Managment (Full-time opportunity)

Alghanim Industries; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Kuwait seeks a Junior Architect to support the development of architectural interior designs from concept to completion. You will work on multi-brand retail and F&B projects, assisting in design presentation and document preparation. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in architecture and possess strong communication and software skills in design tools. This role requires creativity, teamwork, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must understand construction features and integrations.
• Strong current material and trend knowledge.
• Excellent written, oral, and visual communication.
• Creativity within budget and time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Creates and presents design concepts according to brand strategies.
• Develops plans, elevations, and details for production.
• Collaborates with teams to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinates with various consultants on projects.

Skills

Construction understanding

Material knowledge

Communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Creativity under budget constraints

Software proficiency in Sketch Up

Software proficiency in AutoCAD

Software proficiency in Adobe Photoshop

Education

Bachelor degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture

Tools

Sketch Up

AutoCAD

Adobe Photoshop

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Summary

This position will establish and support on architectural interior designs from concept through project completion. Candidates will have a strong knowledge of design, material and detailing of retail interiors. Architect should be capable of working across and within multi-brand retail and F&B concepts. Junior Architects work under the direct supervision of an Architect or Lead Designer, helping to prepare designs, complete construction documents, write up building plans, and assist in the presentation of materials. They will be responsible for producing store concepts, all graphics and branding as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Creates, presents and implements design concept according to a brand CI and client’s and need
• Creates and develops design concepts to 1/20 scale plans, elevations, sections and details for the production team to build upon and for tender documents.
• Works on projects including space planning, concept development, material selection and execution details.
• Collaborates with project team to meet project schedules, budgets and design quality
• Corresponds and coordinates with consultants including lighting, structural, MEP, operation and technical, and construction, etc.
• Reviews and checks all work for design, accuracy, and completeness.
• Support the architect or lead architect on day-to-day requirements on all projects.

Skills and Competencies

• Must understand construction features (including plumbing, electrical and other mechanicals) and how they are incorporated into design.
• Strong up to date material, trend and production knowledge.
• Able to communicate with peers in brand language visuals in a clear, concise manner.
• Architects must have strong written, oral and visual communication skills.
• Must visually interpret verbal instructions and suggestions.
• Able to work independently and as a team member with good communication skills
• Must have a team-oriented attitude, an attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be creative within the constraints of a budget and time.
• Able to work under pressure and deliver finished results to deadlines.
• Good, fast and accurate use of Sketch Up, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Excel, PowerPoint, Word software programs.

Education

Bachelor degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture.