Senior Building Architect - Construction Oversight

WS Atkins & Partners Overseas Engineering Consultants; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

WS Atkins & Partners Overseas Engineering Consultants is seeking an Architect (Building) to supervise architectural works during construction, ensuring design intent, quality and compliance with approved drawings and project specifications for complex buildings.

The role requires strong on-site leadership, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, meticulous review of shop drawings and material submissions, and maintaining thorough documentation for audits and handover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Master's degree in architecture, urban design, or construction management preferred.
• Professional registration or licensure desirable.
• Membership in a recognized architectural/engineering body preferred.
• Additional certifications in construction supervision or project management advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise architectural works on site to ensure compliance with drawings and specs.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, landscape and interior teams to resolve interfaces.
• Review shop drawings, materials, and proposals for project requirements.
• Monitor quality and buildability; witness inspections and address deficiencies.
• Maintain documentation, prepare progress reports, and support audits.
• Oversee finishes, facade systems, and building envelope construction.
• Support snagging, de-snagging and final inspections.

Skills

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Master's Degree preferred

Professional registration desirable

Membership in a recognized body preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM platforms

MS Office

Job description

WS Atkins & Partners Overseas Engineering Consultants is seeking an Architect (Building) to supervise architectural works during construction, ensuring design intent, quality and compliance with approved drawings and project specifications for complex buildings.

The role requires strong on-site leadership, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, meticulous review of shop drawings and material submissions, and maintaining thorough documentation for audits and handover.