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About the Role

SJ Group, a globally recognized leader in urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting, is seeking a Project Architect to join its dynamic team in the Middle East. The company is dedicated to shaping cities and enhancing lives through sustainable and impactful solutions across the built environment. This role is integral to delivering high-quality architectural design solutions and ensuring excellence throughout the design development and documentation phases of architectural projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the comprehensive design, coordination, and delivery of architectural projects from conceptualization through to the completion of construction documentation.
• Support senior architects in the development of design presentations, technical drawings, and design reports.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, and interior designers, to uphold design integrity and ensure technical accuracy.
• Review drawings and project documentation to ensure compliance with project standards, building codes, and client requirements.
• Participate in design review sessions, site coordination meetings, and client presentations.
• Contribute innovative and sustainable design ideas aligned with the company's principles of design excellence.
• Maintain quality standards throughout all project phases and adhere to project timelines and budgetary constraints.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a recognized and accredited academic institution.
• A minimum of 2 to 5 years of professional experience in architectural design, with a preference for experience gained within an international consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated strong design and visualization capabilities.
• Proven experience in producing coordinated design and construction documentation.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in architectural design software including Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp.
• Expertise in using the Adobe Creative Suite for design and presentation purposes.
• Strong skills in design conceptualization and visualization.
• Excellent coordination abilities to manage multiple project elements and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in creating and managing comprehensive project documentation.
• A collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all deliverables.
• A capacity for innovation and the generation of novel design ideas.
• Understanding and application of sustainable design principles.

Work Location and Application

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with potential involvement in projects within Jeddah and Makkah. To apply, please express your interest through SJ Group's official careers portal by clicking the "Apply Now" button and following the instructions to submit your CV and portfolio. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be considered.