Senior Architect

About the Role

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants is seeking a Senior Architect to oversee architectural works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel in Medina. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with project standards and coordinating various architectural aspects of the renovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise architectural works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, Saudi Building Code, and hotel operator standards.
• Review architectural shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, samples, and mockups.
• Supervise facade refurbishment, glazing replacement, waterproofing, building-envelope works, and external finishes.
• Coordinate architectural works with structural, interior design, MEP, fire, and life-safety systems.
• Resolve design clashes between existing building conditions and new architectural requirements.
• Monitor the quality of guestrooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, and architectural finishes.
• Conduct site inspections and identify defective or non-compliant work.
• Lead architectural snagging, de-snagging, and final handover inspections.
• Coordinate with the client, hotel operator, designers, contractors, and specialist subcontractors.
• Monitor progress, highlight architectural risks or delays, and submit regular reports to the Project Manager.
• Review architectural as-built drawings, warranties, and handover documents.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration is mandatory.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural construction supervision and design coordination.
• Proven experience in high-rise building projects.
• Strong experience in five-star hotels, luxury hospitality developments, or major hotel renovations.
• Experience in facade refurbishment, glazing, waterproofing, building-envelope systems, and high-quality finishes.
• Previous experience working with an engineering consultancy or construction supervision consultant.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi Building Code and relevant construction standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM coordination, and architectural document review.
• Experience coordinating architectural works with structural, MEP, and interior design disciplines.
• Experience in Madinah Central Area or similar sensitive urban locations is preferred.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory; Arabic is preferred.

Work Environment

This role is based in Medina and involves working on-site to supervise the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel. The position requires coordination with various stakeholders including the client, hotel operator, designers, and contractors.

About Dar Al Riyadh Consultants

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants is a professional consultancy firm engaged in significant projects across the region, focusing on delivering high-quality architectural and engineering solutions.