Architectural Inspector at Dar Al Riyadh

Dar Al Riyadh Group; Medina; On-site; SAR 335,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar Al Riyadh Group is seeking an experienced Architectural Site Supervisor for a high‑rise luxury hotel renovation in Medina. You will lead daily inspections to ensure compliance with drawings, specs, submittals and brand standards across interiors and finishes.

The role requires 12+ years in architectural supervision, familiarity with luxury hospitality standards, and proven reporting skills. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus. Saudi registration is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Construction, or a related discipline.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration in the applicable Technician or Engineering category is mandatory.
• Minimum 12 years of architectural site supervision and inspection experience.
• Proven experience in five‑star hotels, luxury hospitality fit‑outs, or high‑rise interior renovation projects.
• Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, drywall, ceilings, stone, marble, glazing, flooring, painting, joinery, and door systems.
• Excellent attention to finishing details, including pattern matching, joint alignment, paint sheen, surface quality, and joinery margins.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of architectural and interior fit‑out works for the renovation of a high‑rise, five‑star hotel.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, material submittals, mockups, and hotel brand standards.
• Inspect drywall partitions, plastering, screeds, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, painting, stone cladding, glazing, joinery, and decorative finishes.
• Verify marble and stone layouts, pattern matching, joint alignment, colour consistency, and installation quality.
• Inspect guestrooms, royal suites, corridors, lobbies, dining venues, prayer areas, and other public spaces.
• Review and respond to architectural Requests for Inspection with clear and accurate supporting records.
• Verify surface levels, alignments, dimensions, joint tolerances, paint finishes, joinery details, and acoustic treatments.
• Inspect doors, frames, ironmongery, hardware, acoustic seals, and fire‑rated door assemblies.
• Confirm that approved materials are properly delivered, stored, protected, and installed.
• Coordinate inspections with the Senior Architect, Senior Interior Designer, Civil Inspector, and contractor representatives.
• Identify defective or non‑compliant work and immediately report it to the Senior Architect or Senior Interior Designer.
• Prepare punch lists and monitor the contractor’s rectification and closure of defects.
• Inspect the protection of completed finishes to prevent damage during ongoing construction.
• Maintain daily inspection reports, photographs, test records, and site observations.
• Assist with snagging, de‑snagging, final inspections, and handover activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inspection reporting

Quality control

English proficiency

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in Architecture/Architectural Engineering/Interior Construction

Job description

Dar Al Riyadh – Location: المدينة, S03, SA.

Full time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of architectural and interior fit‑out works for the renovation of a high‑rise, five‑star hotel.


• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, material submittals, mockups, and hotel brand standards.


• Inspect drywall partitions, plastering, screeds, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, painting, stone cladding, glazing, joinery, and decorative finishes.


• Verify marble and stone layouts, pattern matching, joint alignment, colour consistency, and installation quality.


• Inspect guestrooms, royal suites, corridors, lobbies, dining venues, prayer areas, and other public spaces.


• Review and respond to architectural Requests for Inspection with clear and accurate supporting records.


• Verify surface levels, alignments, dimensions, joint tolerances, paint finishes, joinery details, and acoustic treatments.


• Inspect doors, frames, ironmongery, hardware, acoustic seals, and fire‑rated door assemblies.


• Confirm that approved materials are properly delivered, stored, protected, and installed.


• Coordinate inspections with the Senior Architect, Senior Interior Designer, Civil Inspector, and contractor representatives.


• Identify defective or non‑compliant work and immediately report it to the Senior Architect or Senior Interior Designer.


• Prepare punch lists and monitor the contractor’s rectification and closure of defects.


• Inspect the protection of completed finishes to prevent damage during ongoing construction.


• Maintain daily inspection reports, photographs, test records, and site observations.


• Assist with snagging, de‑snagging, final inspections, and handover activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Construction, or a related discipline.


• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration in the applicable Technician or Engineering category is mandatory.


• Minimum 12 years of architectural site supervision and inspection experience.


• Proven experience in five‑star hotels, luxury hospitality fit‑outs, or high‑rise interior renovation projects.


• Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, drywall, ceilings, stone, marble, glazing, flooring, painting, joinery, and door systems.


• Excellent attention to finishing details, including pattern matching, joint alignment, paint sheen, surface quality, and joinery margins.


• Familiarity with acoustic detailing, fire‑rated assemblies, waterproofing interfaces, and luxury hotel quality standards.


• Ability to interpret architectural and interior drawings, specifications, material schedules, method statements, and approved mockups.


• Previous experience working with an engineering consultancy or construction supervision consultant.


• Ability to prepare clear inspection reports, punch lists, photographic records, and non‑compliance documentation.


• Experience in Madinah Central Area or similarly congested and sensitive locations is preferred.


• Good written and spoken English is required; Arabic is an advantage.