Senior Architect Technical Office

About the Role

Esnad Watan is seeking a Senior Architect Technical Office to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive technical and architectural support throughout the construction phase, ensuring all architectural works adhere to approved designs, project specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and quality standards.

Role Overview

The Senior Architect will be responsible for technical coordination with clients, Project Management Consultants (PMC), consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. The position supports project delivery by ensuring quality, managing costs and schedules, and maintaining technical compliance across all architectural aspects of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve architectural shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, As-Built drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and clarifications from contractors and clients.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, local codes, authority requirements, and international standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, PMC, clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor contractor submissions and site activities to prevent design changes, deviations, and non-compliance.
• Review architectural materials, finishes, and construction details.
• Participate in coordination and progress meetings, and prepare Minutes of Meetings (MOM).
• Prepare weekly and monthly technical reports for the PMC and client.
• Identify technical risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Provide technical advice and architectural support to the project team, PMC, and client.
• Support the team in managing potential claims and design-related risks.
• Coordinate BIM/Revit models and architectural technical documentation.
• Manage technical correspondence and documentation through Aconex.
• Support project closeout, handover, and final documentation activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant architectural role, preferably within a technical office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex architectural documentation and coordination processes.
• Strong understanding of construction phases, project specifications, and quality standards.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.