Junior Architect

Robert Bird Group; Riyadh; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Architectural Assistant to support project design and management initiatives. The role involves collaborating and coordinating with teams, managing project phases, and ensuring compliance with building regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and a strong foundation in design software.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Possesses initiative and good time management skills.
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform works assigned by Project Director / Architect.
• Manage feasibility and design phases of projects.
• Liaise with consultants on design and coordination issues.

Skills

Design and 3D modelling software

Planning codes and regulations

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Architectural Studies, BA (AS), BSc, BArch

Tools

Rhino / Grasshopper

SketchUp

BIM software (Revit)

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Perform all works assigned by the Project Director / Associate / Architect to meet the established project objectives diligently, ensuring quality and adherence to industry standards
• Support the Project Director / Associate / Architect on all matters pertaining to design, technical, and application of building code and regulations
• Manage feasibility and design phases of the project
• Analyse data obtained from site analyses
• Assist in documentation during the stages of conceptual to detailed design development
• Liaise with consultants on matters of design, and technical coordination issues, and building regulations
• Assist with documentation and building tenders, and administer standard forms of contracts
• Gather necessary information for work approvals based on regulatory and legislative prerequisites
• Assist in procurement activities
• Attend site or consultant meetings on matters of design, technical coordination issues, and building regulations
• Work and coordinate with team members on collective assignments
• Leverage digital tools and platforms as well as data from computational models to assist with the pre-design and design phases

Pre-requisites and Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Architectural Studies, BA (AS), BSc, BArch
• Well-versed in design and 3D modelling software and technologies such as Rhino / Grasshopper, SketchUp, BIM software (Revit), Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and application of planning and building codes and regulations
• Organised, meticulous, and analytical
• Possesses initiative, works methodically and autonomously, and has good time management skills to meet challenging deadlines and client briefs
• Has an open and highly collaborative mindset and approach
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this role. Those with the requisite work experience will be considered for the Senior Architectural Assistant role.

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