Senior Site Architect: Luxury Finishes & Fit-Out Lead

QWAED AL-EMMAR (QAE) | قواعد الاعمار للمقاولات; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

QWAED AL-EMMAR (QAE) invites applications for a Senior Site Architect to lead the execution of architectural works, high-end finishes and interior fit-out on large-scale hospitality, commercial and residential projects in Riyadh. The role requires hands-on site leadership and a track record of delivering premium finishes.

Based on-site, you will supervise subcontractors, plan work sequences, review drawings, coordinate with structural, MEP and façade teams, ensure safety, and manage handover

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• 5+ years of architectural site execution and finishing experience, incl 3+ years in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven hands-on experience in high-end finishes and interior fit-out on large projects.
• Ability to supervise subcontractors and site activities through inspection and completion.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel; ability to prepare reports in English.
• Based in Saudi Arabia with immediate joining for full-time Riyadh site work.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site activities and supervise subcontractors and site teams.
• Plan work sequences and verify drawings, materials, manpower, and site conditions.
• Review shop drawings and samples; resolve issues with the technical office.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, façade and external works.
• Inspect materials for dimensions, levels, joints and finish quality.
• Apply method statements and document defects and rework.
• Prepare inspection requests and attend consultant inspections.
• Oversee mock-ups and FF&E coordination; manage handover readiness.
• Monitor safety and enforce PPE and safe working practices.
• Record site changes for as-built drawings and handover documents.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Deadline management

English documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

QWAED AL-EMMAR (QAE) invites applications for a Senior Site Architect to lead the execution of architectural works, high-end finishes and interior fit-out on large-scale hospitality, commercial and residential projects in Riyadh. The role requires hands-on site leadership and a track record of delivering premium finishes.

Based on-site, you will supervise subcontractors, plan work sequences, review drawings, coordinate with structural, MEP and façade teams, ensure safety, and manage handover