Architect

SSH International; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 7,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

SSH International is seeking a qualified Architect to lead design work and coordinate with project teams in Kuwait City. You will develop concept designs, prepare schematic and design development drawings, and deliver documentation in line with project schedules.

The role requires 5–7 years of post-qualification experience, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD) and Revit 3D expertise. Kuwait Society of Engineers registration is preferred; Kuwaiti practice experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level design degree with professional registration preferred.
• 5–7 years post-qualification experience in architectural practice.
• Fully CAD literate with strong drawing and detailing skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret client and project data to identify key design issues.
• Create concept designs and prepare presentation drawings and explanations.
• Develop schematic layouts with coordination from other disciplines.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

B.Arch

B.Sc (Arch)

Diploma in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit 3D

Job description

Objective: To provide architectural services in support of the Project and/or Senior Architect and to supplement the other disciplines involved in projects from time to time

Take the leading role on special aspects of projects where the incumbent has recognised expertise.

Main responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret specific requirements from data received from the Project Architect and/or the Client to identify issues that may influence the development of concept designs.
• Actively participate in the creation of architectural concept designs and prepare or arrange the preparation of the concept design drawings, other explanatory information, including electronic format, for presentation to the client.
• Modify the approved concept designs into functional and efficient schematic arrangements working in conjunction with the other disciplines.
• Prepare the required statutory authority submissions in the correct format in accordance with the agreed time schedules.
• Prepare design development drawings and co-ordinate these with the other disciplines.
• Prepare design/technical and other reports as directed by the Project and/or Senior Architect.
• Write letters and memoranda, note and write the minutes of design and project co-ordination meetings.
• Investigate specific items and prepare documents as directed by the Project and/or Senior Architect.
• Prepare construction drawings and details, door and window schedules, finishes and materials schedules, outline specifications and any other documents required for the execution of the building works.
• Conduct site inspections with the Project and/or Senior Architect and attend site meetings when required.

Reporting to : Senior Architect or Project Architect

Duration : Permanent

Working hours : 42.5

University qualifications : B.Arch, B.Sc (Arch) or Diploma in Architecture

Professional Registration in the country of origin, Kuwait Society of Engineers and Kuwait Municipality.

Previous experience : 5-7 post experience in an architectural practice with proven exposure to most facets of architecture including preparing working drawings, draft specifications and schedules. Must be fully CAD literate (AutoCAD).

Specialist knowledge : Revit 3D

About The Company

Having been in business for 50 years, we have accumulated unparalled knowledge, skill, and creativity. We use our expertise to develop a truly tailored innovative and creative solution that is in line with our clients' specific requirements. We don't sell a "house style" - that's not our style.

The firm has its headquarters in Kuwait and has completed a wide range of projects locally and throughout the Middle East. A recent survey conducted by the World Architecture Magazine shows that SSH is currently ranked as number fifty two in the world.

We treat our employees as valued members of the team. We believe in the power of every single person who works here and the individual expertise they bring to a project. We reinforce the worth of every individual by giving them the room to excel.

SSH is registered in Kuwait with the Ministry of Planning, Ministry of Public Works, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Defense, the Kuwait Municipality and many private enterprises.

The Firm is registered with international and bi-lateral agencies such as the United Nations Development Programme, the International Road Federation, the Arab Fund for Social and Economic Development, the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, the Committee for Reconstruction and Development in Lebanon.