Architectural Inspector

About the Role

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants is seeking an Architectural Inspector to join their team in Medina. This full-time role involves conducting daily inspections of architectural and interior fit-out works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural site supervision and inspection.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of architectural and interior fit-out works for a high-rise, five-star hotel renovation.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, material submittals, mockups, and hotel brand standards.
• Inspect various elements including drywall partitions, plastering, screeds, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, painting, stone cladding, glazing, joinery, and decorative finishes.
• Verify marble and stone layouts, pattern matching, joint alignment, color consistency, and installation quality.
• Inspect guestrooms, royal suites, corridors, lobbies, dining venues, prayer areas, and other public spaces.
• Review and respond to architectural Requests for Inspection with accurate supporting records.
• Verify surface levels, alignments, dimensions, joint tolerances, paint finishes, joinery details, and acoustic treatments.
• Inspect doors, frames, ironmongery, hardware, acoustic seals, and fire-rated door assemblies.
• Confirm proper delivery, storage, protection, and installation of approved materials.
• Coordinate inspections with the Senior Architect, Senior Interior Designer, Civil Inspector, and contractor representatives.
• Identify and report defective or non-compliant work to the Senior Architect or Senior Interior Designer.
• Prepare punch lists and monitor the contractor’s rectification and closure of defects.
• Inspect the protection of completed finishes to prevent damage during ongoing construction.
• Maintain daily inspection reports, photographs, test records, and site observations.
• Assist with snagging, de-snagging, final inspections, and handover activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 12 years of architectural site supervision and inspection experience.
• Proven experience in five-star hotels, luxury hospitality fit-outs, or high-rise interior renovation projects.
• Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, drywall, ceilings, stone, marble, glazing, flooring, painting, joinery, and door systems.
• Excellent attention to finishing details, including pattern matching, joint alignment, paint sheen, surface quality, and joinery margins.
• Familiarity with acoustic detailing, fire-rated assemblies, waterproofing interfaces, and luxury hotel quality standards.
• Ability to interpret architectural and interior drawings, specifications, material schedules, method statements, and approved mockups.
• Previous experience working with an engineering consultancy or construction supervision consultant.
• Ability to prepare clear inspection reports, punch lists, photographic records, and non-compliance documentation.
• Experience in Madinah Central Area or similarly congested and sensitive locations is preferred.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Medina, focusing on a high-rise, five-star hotel renovation project. The role involves close coordination with various project stakeholders, including senior architects, interior designers, civil inspectors, and contractor representatives.