Architect

Architect for Sports Infrastructure Projects

Rekrute is seeking an experienced Architect to join MDK Engineering Consultants in Riyadh. This full-time role involves participating in the design, development, production, and execution of architectural plans specifically for sports infrastructure projects. The position requires 5-10 years of professional experience.

Role Overview

The Architect will be responsible for contributing to various stages of sports facility development, from initial design to project execution. This includes ensuring compliance with international standards and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality sports infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, develop, and execute architectural plans.
• Produce detailed plans, technical files, and execution documents.
• Participate in the design of stadiums, training centers, clubs, and sports complexes.
• Review and prepare plans, technical specifications, and documents submitted by contractors.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, fire safety, infrastructure, and landscape disciplines.
• Verify circulation, access, emergency exits, accessibility, and user safety.
• Participate in coordination meetings, technical workshops, and site visits.
• Identify non-conformities and follow up on technical observations.
• Ensure compliance with FIFA requirements and applicable standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in architecture from a recognized university.
• Professional experience of 7 to 10 years.
• Mandatory experience in at least one sports project: stadium, training center, club, or sports complex.
• Good knowledge of FIFA requirements applicable to football facilities.
• Technical knowledge of sports fields, including orientation, turf, drainage, irrigation, lighting, and safety zones.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, with good knowledge of BIM.
• Good level of English.

Required Skills

• Excellent design capabilities.
• Strong coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV. Please specify the sports projects you have worked on and detail your experience in applying FIFA requirements.