Senior Architect

Power International Holding; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Power International Holding is seeking a Senior Architect to lead the design process for complex projects, ensuring innovative and compliant architectural solutions. You will coordinate with clients, contractors, and engineering teams to meet timelines and budgets while maintaining high design quality.

The role requires strong leadership, client communication, and up-to-date knowledge of building codes and industry trends, with a focus on HSE alignment and cross-stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field is required.
• 8+ years of experience in architecture with GCC experience considered a plus.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for complex projects, ensuring innovative and functional solutions that meet client needs and comply with regulations.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within financial constraints.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and design team members, providing technical expertise and fostering professional development.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
• Ensure the technical accuracy and feasibility of designs, coordinating with engineering teams to address structural and technical challenges.
• Maintain high standards of design quality, reviewing and approving architectural plans and drawings for compliance and accuracy.
• Ensure that all designs and projects adhere to local building codes, zoning laws, and other regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate collaboration between stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants, to ensure project alignment and smooth execution.
• Prepare and oversee detailed architectural documentation, including drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, integrating relevant advancements into the design process to enhance project outcomes.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Skills

Design leadership

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Creativity & innovation

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

• The Senior Architect ensures all architectural requirements for the project are properly coordinated and complied with to achieve the full intent of the design, while maintaining the highest levels of quality and adhering to programming requirements.

Job Responsibilities 1

• Lead the design process for complex projects, ensuring innovative and functional solutions that meet client needs and comply with regulations.


• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within financial constraints.


• Mentor and guide junior architects and design team members, providing technical expertise and fostering professional development.


• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.


• Ensure the technical accuracy and feasibility of designs, coordinating with engineering teams to address structural and technical challenges.


• Maintain high standards of design quality, reviewing and approving architectural plans and drawings for compliance and accuracy.


• Ensure that all designs and projects adhere to local building codes, zoning laws, and other regulatory requirements.


• Facilitate collaboration between different stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants, to ensure project alignment and smooth execution.


• Prepare and oversee detailed architectural documentation, including drawings, specifications, and construction documents.


• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, integrating relevant advancements into the design process to enhance project outcomes.


• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of architectural design principles, building codes, and regulations to lead the design process and ensure compliance with standards.


• Proficiency in architectural software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp for conceptualization, drafting, and 3D modeling of architectural designs.


• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey design concepts effectively to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.


• Leadership abilities to oversee and mentor junior architects, coordinate with consultants, and manage project timelines and budgets.


• Creativity and innovation to develop unique design solutions that address client needs, enhance functionality, and contribute to the overall aesthetic appeal of architectural projects.


• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

• Agility


• AI Fluency


• Resilience


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• Leadership_321977503


• Value Engineering L3


• Drawings/Specifications L3


• QA/QC L3


• Construction design Software L3


• HSE L3


• Build High-Performing Teams


• Provide Direction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or any related field