Senior Site Architect

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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Key roles and responsibilities:
  • Lead the coordination process with other disciplines.
  • Assist the Resident Engineer in performing the contractual duties on site.
  • Processing of contract documents & assist contract administration.
  • Develops, modifies and reviews production drawings and construction documents.
  • Corrects and updates design documents.
  • Serves as an architectural resource for the Design department.
  • Provides resolution for technical engineering problems within the assigned discipline(s); coordinates application of solutions to ensure progress on site.
  • Advise the project manager of any technical aspects of the architectural works that may affect construction progress, quality and the like.
  • Hands on in monitoring the interior architectural works for conformance with the provisions of the contract documents and the procedures manual.
  • Reviewing, and processing all shop drawings and architectural technical submittals.
  • Answering RFI\'s related to interior and architecture.
  • Review construction submittals from project inception to close-out.
  • Review Contractor\'s installation method statements.
  • Review Contractor\'s shop drawings against the design [tender] drawings for compliance with the design intent and return to project manager with appropriate comments / approval.
  • Review Contractor\'s material proposals against specified technical performance requirements and advise the Project Manager on the appropriateness of the proposals.
  • Review Contractor\'s proposed sub contractor(s) associated with the engineering works from a technical standpoint.
  • Monitors procurement and deliveries to ensure timeliness in support of construction activities and schedule within the assigned discipline.
  • Undertake general project site observation / inspection of the works for Contractor\'s adherence to the approved shop drawings and Consultant\'s specification, good working practices, the construction schedule and health & safety.
  • Lead the snagging and de-snagging process with an aim to progress the works to completion through this process.
  • Attend project, site progress and any related technical meetings as directed by the project manager.
  • Prepare draft site / engineer\'s instructions, relating to the project, as required and issue to the Project Manager.
  • Prepare draft site / engineer\'s instructions, relating to the project, as required and issue to the Project Manager.
  • Provide advice to the Project Manager in regard to any variation costs that may be claimed by the Contractor during the course of the works.
  • Oversee architects and inspectors for all architectural work and ensure that installation activities comply with contractual obligations and quality control standards.
  • Ensures that the project quality control procedures are used for the construction supervision works and monitors it for improvement.
  • Collaborates with construction management to eliminate any hazards associated with the work that may adversely affect the environment or the safety or health of employees.
  • Reviews and interprets discipline design drawings and specifications to ensure current re vision level and correct technical execution of the work.
  • Performs works inspection requests and material inspection requests as required to support juniors.
  • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
Technical skills and experience required:
  • Degree in Architecture or related field.
  • Min of 8-10 years postgraduate experience and a min of 5 years of similar work experience on large projects.
  • Strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve design issues on site.
  • Computer proficiency is required; Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup or 3D MAX, Photoshop, MS project or Primavera, Power Point and basic office suite.
  • Good knowledge of the building codes.
  • Authority registration is preferred.
  • A professional who can manage and coordinate specialized activity, discipline or team of moderate size and complexity.
  • UAE Driving License.
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  • Job Id
    JD1593079
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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