Senior Architect - Site Supervision

Omrania; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An architectural consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced architectural professional to oversee and monitor architectural works. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with contract documents, reviewing technical submittals, and coordinating activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and at least 15 years of experience in the region, with strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Middle East, with MEbased international consultancy environment experience.
• Ability to review and provide feedback on technical documentation effectively.
• Strong understanding of project specifications and authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor architectural works for compliance.
• Review and process architectural technical submittals.
• Coordinate and supervise all architectural activities.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of exterior envelope details and material interfaces

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Job description

Job Description

• Oversee and monitor architectural works to ensure conformance with contract documents and the procedures manual.
• Review and process all architectural technical submittals.
• Address RFIs related to architectural aspects.
• Coordinate and supervise all architectural activities and operations.
• Review contractor’s architectural change order proposals and provide recommendations to the PM.
• Lead the coordination process with other disciplines.
• Liaise and coordinate with necessary sub-consultants.
• Review contractor claims related to architectural works and prepare recommendations for claims to the PM.
• Review contractor’s project record documents relevant to architectural works.
• Manage architectural inspectors to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Assist in the inspection of completed works and monitor the start-up, testing, commissioning, and handover of architectural works.
• Sign off on completed architectural works, ensuring all documentation is complete.
• Prepare weekly planning reports and progress reports.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Middle East, with MEbased international consultancy environment experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of exterior envelope details and material interfaces.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to review and provide feedback on technical documentation effectively.
• Strong understanding of project specifications and authority requirements.
• Complete project understanding in the architectural discipline, from inception to handover.