Site Technical Office Architect

• Review architectural and design drawings and compare them with structural and MEP drawings.

• Prepare and review architectural shop drawings in accordance with approved design drawings and technical specifications.

• Coordinate between different engineering disciplines and resolve technical clashes before site execution.

• Review drawings and technical specifications, identify discrepancies and missing information, and prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) for submission to the consultant.

• Prepare and review quantity take-offs for architectural works, including masonry, plastering, waterproofing, flooring, wall finishes, suspended ceilings, painting, façades, doors, and windows.

• Review subcontractors’ payment applications and verify quantities actually executed on site.

• Coordinate with site engineers, quality control engineers, and the consultant to resolve technical issues arising during execution.

• Prepare and review as-built drawings and update them according to actual site modifications.

• Prepare periodic technical reports covering the status of shop drawings, material approvals, quantity take-offs, and technical issues on site.

Requirements

1. Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited university.

2. Work Experience: Previous experience in architectural technical office works on construction sites, preferably in residential, administrative, hospitality, or commercial projects.

3. Shop Drawings: Proven experience in preparing, reviewing, and coordinating architectural shop drawings in accordance with approved design drawings and project specifications.

4. Quantity Surveying: Ability to prepare and review quantity take-offs, BOQs, and subcontractors' payment applications.

5. Engineering Coordination: Ability to coordinate architectural drawings with structural and MEP drawings, identify design clashes, and propose technical solutions.

6. Technical Specifications: Good knowledge of construction materials, technical specifications, and architectural finishing methods and standards.

7. Software Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Revit is an advantage.

8. Technical Submittals: Experience in preparing and following up on material submittals, material samples, shop drawing approvals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).

9. Site Coordination: Ability to coordinate with site engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure proper execution and timely inspection of architectural works.

10. Personal Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

11. Work Commitment: Ability to work under pressure, meet project deadlines, and comply with quality standards and site safety requirements.

12. Language Skills: Good command of Arabic and a suitable level of English to understand technical specifications, prepare reports, and handle technical correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in high-end finishing, hospitality, hotel, and administrative building projects.

• Good understanding of construction methods, finishing details, and quality control procedures.

• Ability to work independently and follow up on technical issues at the construction site.