Technical Architectural Lead Engineer

AL-AYUNI Investment and Contracting Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Riyadh is seeking a Lead Engineer – Technical Architectural to manage architectural designs and coordinate across projects. This role involves leading technical coordination, reviewing architectural submissions, and supporting site execution. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in architecture and 8–14 years of experience in construction roles. Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with Revit/BIM are essential. This position offers an opportunity to mentor junior engineers and participate in high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• 8–14 years of relevant experience in architectural technical roles.
• Strong knowledge of architectural codes, standards, and construction practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with Revit / BIM.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural technical coordination from concept design to construction stages.
• Review and approve architectural drawings and material submittals.
• Act as the main technical reference for architectural issues.
• Conduct site reviews to verify design compliance.
• Supervise and mentor architectural engineers.

Skills

Architectural codes knowledge

Design coordination

Technical reviews

Construction support

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit / BIM

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Lead Engineer – Technical Architectural to lead and coordinate the technical architectural scope across construction projects. The role focuses on managing architectural designs, technical submissions, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting site execution while ensuring compliance with project requirements, codes, and design intent.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural technical coordination from concept design through shop drawings and construction stages.

• Review and approve architectural drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, RFIs, and method statements.

• Act as the main technical reference for architectural issues and coordination with Structural, MEP, and Infrastructure teams.

• Ensure architectural documentation (drawings, BOQs, schedules, finish matrices) is accurate and coordinated.

• Coordinate with procurement and construction teams regarding material approvals and execution constraints.

• Represent the architectural discipline in meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors.

• Support value engineering and design optimization while maintaining architectural quality and intent.

• Conduct site reviews to verify design compliance with actual site conditions.

• Supervise and mentor architectural engineers and technical staff.

• Manage technical reporting, submittal tracking, and documentation control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.

• 8–14 years of relevant experience in architectural technical roles within construction projects.

• Strong knowledge of architectural codes, standards, and construction practices.

• Proven experience in design coordination, technical reviews, and construction support.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit / BIM and clash detection is a strong advantage.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and resolve technical design issues efficiently.