Senior Site Architect
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About the Role
Blake Anderson Recruitment seeks a Senior Site Architect for a major development in Riyadh. You will serve as the lead architectural representative on site, ensuring compliance with contract documents and quality standards.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of architectural works to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, materials, and workmanship standards.
- Monitor construction activities related to building envelopes, facades, finishes, fit out works, joinery, waterproofing, and architectural detailing.
- Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), ensuring timely resolution of design and technical queries.
- Review contractor shop drawings, material submissions, technical data sheets, samples, and mock ups for compliance with contract requirements.
- Identify and document non conforming works and issue Non Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required.
- Coordinate closely with structural, MEP, façade, and specialist supervision teams to resolve interface issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture
- Professional registration with a recognised architectural body such as NCAAB (Saudi Arabia), ARB (UK), AIA, RIBA, or equivalent
- Minimum 10 15 years of professional experience in architecture, construction supervision, or contract administration
- Proven experience on large scale mixed use, residential, hospitality, commercial, or public sector developments
- Previous experience in Saudi Arabia is required
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Role Overview
- My client a leading international Architectural practice is seeking an experienced Senior Site Architect to join our Construction Management Supervision team on a major development in Riyadh.
- The successful candidate will serve as the lead architectural representative on site, ensuring that all architectural works are executed in full compliance with approved contract documents, specifications, authority requirements, and quality standards.
- This role requires a technically strong site professional with extensive experience in construction supervision, quality management, contractor coordination, and contract administration across large scale projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of architectural works to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, materials, and workmanship standards.
- Monitor construction activities related to building envelopes, facades, finishes, fit out works, joinery, waterproofing, and architectural detailing.
- Ensure all architectural works are delivered in accordance with project quality requirements and approved construction methodologies.
- Verify contractor compliance with approved materials, mock ups, and benchmark installations.
- Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), ensuring timely resolution of design and technical queries.
- Coordinate with design teams and specialist consultants to clarify design intent and resolve technical issues.
- Review contractor shop drawings, material submissions, technical data sheets, samples, and mock ups for compliance with contract requirements.
- Prepare technical comments and recommendations for approval or rejection of submissions.
- Identify and document non conforming works and issue Non Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required.
- Monitor corrective actions and verify satisfactory closure of quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold points, witness points, and quality control procedures.
- Maintain detailed records of inspections, observations, and corrective actions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture.
- Professional registration with a recognised architectural body such as NCAAB (Saudi Arabia), ARB (UK), AIA, RIBA, or equivalent.
- Additional certifications related to quality management, construction supervision, or contract administration are advantageous.
- Transferable Iqama required.
Experience
- Minimum 10 15 years of professional experience in architecture, construction supervision, or contract administration.
- Proven experience on large scale mixed use, residential, hospitality, commercial, or public sector developments.
- Strong background in site supervision and quality management within a consultancy or Construction Management Supervision environment.
- Previous experience in Saudi Arabia is required.
- Experience in Riyadh projects and local authority coordination is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of construction detailing, architectural systems, façade construction, finishes, and fit out works.
- Extensive experience in RFI management, shop drawing reviews, technical submittals, and construction administration.
- Thorough understanding of quality management systems, inspection procedures, NCR management, and testing protocols.
- Ability to interpret contract documents, specifications, IFC drawings, and construction standards.
- Good knowledge of the Saudi Building Code (SBC), Riyadh Municipality requirements, and local authority regulations.
- Proficiency in Aconex, Procore, BIM platforms, and document management systems.
- Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving and quality assurance.
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