Our client is an Architechural Firm seeking to hire a creative seeking a creative and skilled Site Architect to lead all aspects of architectural work, from initial planning to overseeing construction. You will be responsible for designing new buildings, extensions, renovations, and restorations, ensuring they meet client requirements and align with sustainability principles. Your role will involve collaborating with clients, engineers, and contractors to deliver functional and visually appealing design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create detail plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations.
• Supervising on-site construction activities to ensure alignment with architectural plans and specifications.
• Facilitating effective communication and coordination among different project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Coordinating with various disciplines to ensure smooth integration of architectural design with structural, mechanical, electrical and other systems.
• Collaborating with the design team, including engineers, other consultants, and contractors, to integrate various design elements.
• Reviewing and approving architectural plans, drawings and specifications to ensure that they reflect the intended design concept and meet regulatory standards.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including as-built drawings, site reports and change orders.
• Resolving design-related issues that arise during construction while maintaining design integrity.
• Monitoring the quality of materials, finishes and construction techniques to ensure they align with the approved design and industry standards.
• Conducting quality checks to maintain design aesthetics and functionality.
• Ensuring that construction activities comply with safety regulations and guidelines, taking necessary measures to minimize risks on site.
• Assess and comment on recommendations and information from other project consultants (e.g. MEP, Structural).
• Attend and report at site meetings as required and check on progress.
• Carry out site inspections, valuations, issue certificates and instructions as required.
• Attend, report at and chair (as lead consultant) design team meetings with other project consultants, as required.
• Prepare meeting records and agendas.
• Manage project tender processes including attending contractor interviews, assessing tender returns and advising clients.
•  Research materials and specifications, ensuring that where possible they adhere to firm’s ethos and environmental policy.
•  Ensure firm’s library/database is updated with relevant information.
• Manage design changes by adapting plans according to circumstances and resolve any related problems that may arise during construction.
•  Maintain project files electronically and in hard copy, in line with project quality plan.
• Undertake post completion assessment and de-brief for clients and building users.
•  Provide progress updates to internal team and promptly communicate issues of concern
• Continually improve the quality of the work, the way it is delivered, and the process employed to attain it. 
• Follow architectural trends and advancements

PERSON SPECIFICATION

•  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a reputable university
• Professional membership in The Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) would be an added advantage

• 3-7 years of experience in a reputable Architectural firm with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse projects.

• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD (ideally with Revit experience as well).
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSA)

• Current knowledge of industry trends, technology, codes, and regulations.
• Exemplary critical thinking, analytical, and complex problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and project management skills.
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Well-versed in technical aspects of field projects, including machinery and equipment.

Remuneration is competitive along with other benefits.