Site Inspector-Architect

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

Part 4. Job Content

Role Objective: To provide architectural engineering support for the successful delivery of Design & Build interior fit-out projects by reviewing designs, monitoring construction activities, inspecting architectural works, coordinating technical interfaces, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and workmanship throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Accountabilities

• 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.
• Review mock-ups, material samples and prototype installations prior to full-scale implementation.
• 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.
• 1. General Responsibilities in Quality, Environmental & Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
     1. Aware of the QHSE Management System.
     2. Understand the importance of conformance to the QHSE Policy and procedures and to the requirements of QHSE management system.
     3. Aware of the Customer Requirements (where relevant).
     4. Aware of the Significant Environmental Aspects and Occupational Hazards / risk in this area of operation.
     5. Understand the potential consequences of deviations from approved procedures, specifications and safety requirements.
     6. Aware of current Objectives and Targets in this area and what is the current status.
     7. Aware of mergency Preparedness & Response.
     8. Aware of Security Requirements, sexual exploitation and abuse or gender based violence.

Part 5. Working Conditions & Hazards

CHOOSE ONE:

• Normal office facilities (own office with desk, access to telephone)
• Some exposure to heat, cold, dirt, noise and rainy weather conditions; some time away from duty station, exposure to
• outdoor conditions
• Some exposure to severe disagreeable conditions noise moisture, dust, excessive temperature, considerable dirt.
• CHOOSE ONE:
• Very slight chance of accident or health hazard, usual office situation
• Exposure to security threats and/or other injury could occur in the course of work. Minor accidents possible.
• Job requires working with moving equipment that could inflict injuries; health hazards due to unsanitary conditions;
• There is exposure to serious injuries through some hazardous circumstances involving handling of equipment; may cause
• illness, incapacity and loss of time.
• There is likelihood of frequent exposure to hazards or conditions may cause total disability or death. Requires constant use
• safety equipment.

Part 6. Job Requirement

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture.
• Professional registration is preferred.

Experience

• 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.

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership
• Communication Skills
• Planning and Organizing
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Decision Making
• Time Management
• Stakeholder Management

Technical Competencies

• Architectural Design Review
• Interior Fit-Out Construction
• Joinery and Millwork
• Material and Finishes Inspection
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Shop Drawing Review
• Building Codes and Regulations
• AutoCAD
• Revit / BIM (preferred)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Construction Methodologies
• Snagging and Handover Management