SJ Senior Architect

Surbana Jurong; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company aims to enhance its architectural team in Saudi Arabia. This role involves assisting in design and management, ensuring compliance with building codes, and coordinating project timelines. Ideal for candidates with a degree in architecture, this position welcomes fresh graduates alongside experienced architects for impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, BArch or MArch required.
• Fresh graduates welcome, experience required for licensed architects.
• Proficiency in design and 3D modelling software essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing design and management strategy.
• Review designs for compliance with regulations.
• Manage project timelines and documentation during construction.

Skills

Design and 3D modelling software

Problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Organisational skills

Creativity and aesthetic judgement

Education

Degree in Architecture (BArch or MArch)

Graduate Diploma

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

SketchUp

BIM software (Revit)

Enscape

Lumion

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect to execute the overall design and management strategy within the project team
• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect in all coordination works, provide leadership, and co-ordinate the input and output of all involved parties to meet established objectives
• Review designs and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements
• Maintain overall project timelines by closely monitoring the team’s output and making regular assessments of progress in meeting declared objectives
• Assist with business development for prospective clients
• Participate in initiatives to improve the practice and incorporate environmental sustainability best practices
• Conduct pre-design work and feasibility studies, site and zoning analyses
• Define designs to clients' briefs, budgets, timelines, and in compliance with the authorities’ requirements
• Develop designs, taking into consideration technical aspects, relevant codes and standards, and good practices, providing inputs for technical resolution
• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect on conceptual and detailed design development
• Develop the overall project schedule
• Project documentation and tender preparation
• Preparing drafts of material specifications and schedule of finishes
• Manage the project during construction stage, including resolution of site and design matters, and management of project handovers
• Project administration and organisation of records
• Assist in administering any form of building contract
• Checking of shopdrawings
• Manage and liaise with technical officers and architectural coordinators in the coordination, organisation, and preparation of construction documents and drawings
• Work with consultants from various disciplines on design and technical matters
• Perform other project-related duties as required
  

Pre-requisites and Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, BArch or MArch, Graduate Diploma from recognised and accredited institutions
• Well-versed in design and 3D modelling software and technologies, Rhino/Grasshopper, SketchUp, BIM software (Revit), Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and application of planning and building codes and regulations
• Organised, meticulous, and analytical
• Creative with good aesthetic judgement
• Possesses sound industry knowledge
• Organised and enjoys problem-solving
• Takes a holistic approach to design and works with relevant specialists as needed
• Takes initiative, works methodically and autonomously, and has good time management skills to meet challenging deadlines and client briefs
• Has good verbal and written communication skills
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this role. Those with work experience and are Licensed Architect will be brought in as Architects.

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