Senior Site Architect & Fit-Out Quality Lead

Mekdam Technical Services; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Mekdam Technical Services in Doha seeks a senior Architect to provide architectural engineering support for design & build interior fit-out projects, reviewing designs, monitoring construction, inspecting works, coordinating interfaces, and ensuring compliance with QCS and international standards.

You will lead QA/QC, attend inspections, prepare reports, manage RFIs/NCs and oversee snagging and handover, leveraging 10+ years of experience in high-end office fit-outs and Design & Build contracts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture; Professional registration preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in architectural design, construction supervision or project management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high-end commercial office fit-out projects.
• Experience in Design & Build contracts is essential.
• Experience in Qatar and familiarity with UDC, Qatar Energy or major corporate office projects is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS), Qatar Civil Defense requirements and local authority approval processes.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and technical submissions for compliance with project specifications, Company standards.
• Inspect and monitor all architectural and interior fit-out works including partitions, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, doors, glazing, joinery, furniture, decorative finishes and specialist architectural elements.
• Coordinate with the Design & Build Contractor, consultants and specialist subcontractors to resolve technical issues and ensure seamless integration of architectural, structural and MEP works.
• Monitor construction progress and workmanship, identify quality deficiencies, issue observations and non-conformance reports (NCRs), and verify corrective actions.
• Attend site inspections, progress meetings and technical coordination meetings, preparing inspection reports and progress updates.
• Verify completed works for interim payment applications and assist in the review of variation proposals related to architectural works.
• Participate in snagging, de-snagging, testing, commissioning and final handover inspections.
• Ensure all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, contract documents, Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS), Qatar Civil Defense (QCD) requirements and applicable international standards.
• Assist in maintaining project records including RFIs, site instructions, inspection requests, quality documentation and as-built records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Planning and Organizing

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Decision Making

Time Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Professional registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit / BIM

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mekdam Technical Services in Doha seeks a senior Architect to provide architectural engineering support for design & build interior fit-out projects, reviewing designs, monitoring construction, inspecting works, coordinating interfaces, and ensuring compliance with QCS and international standards.

You will lead QA/QC, attend inspections, prepare reports, manage RFIs/NCs and oversee snagging and handover, leveraging 10+ years of experience in high-end office fit-outs and Design & Build contracts