Summary
Dar Al Riyadh is seeking an Architectural Inspector for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel in Madinah. The role involves inspecting architectural and interior fit-out works, checking compliance with approved drawings and materials, documenting defects, and following up on rectification and handover. Applicants need a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, at least 12 years of site supervision and inspection experience, and valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration. Experience with luxury hospitality or high-rise renovation projects is required; written and spoken English is required, and Arabic is an advantage.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily inspections of architectural and interior fit-out works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel.
- Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, material submittals, mockups, and hotel brand standards.
- Inspect drywall partitions, plastering, screeds, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, painting, stone cladding, glazing, joinery, and decorative finishes.
- Verify marble and stone layouts, pattern matching, joint alignment, colour consistency, and installation quality.
- Inspect guestrooms, royal suites, corridors, lobbies, dining venues, prayer areas, and other public spaces.
- Review and respond to architectural Requests for Inspection with clear and accurate supporting records.
- Verify surface levels, alignments, dimensions, joint tolerances, paint finishes, joinery details, and acoustic treatments.
- Inspect doors, frames, ironmongery, hardware, acoustic seals, and fire-rated door assemblies.
- Confirm that approved materials are properly delivered, stored, protected, and installed.
- Coordinate inspections with the Senior Architect, Senior Interior Designer, Civil Inspector, and contractor representatives.
- Identify defective or non-compliant work and immediately report it to the Senior Architect or Senior Interior Designer.
- Prepare punch lists and monitor the contractor’s rectification and closure of defects.
- Inspect the protection of completed finishes to prevent damage during ongoing construction.
- Maintain daily inspection reports, photographs, test records, and site observations.
- Assist with snagging, de-snagging, final inspections, and handover activities.
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Construction, or a related discipline.
- Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration in the applicable Technician or Engineering category is mandatory.
- Minimum 12 years of architectural site supervision and inspection experience.
- Proven experience in five-star hotels, luxury hospitality fit-outs, or high-rise interior renovation projects.
- Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, drywall, ceilings, stone, marble, glazing, flooring, painting, joinery, and door systems.
- Excellent attention to finishing details, including pattern matching, joint alignment, paint sheen, surface quality, and joinery margins.
- Familiarity with acoustic detailing, fire-rated assemblies, waterproofing interfaces, and luxury hotel quality standards.
- Ability to interpret architectural and interior drawings, specifications, material schedules, method statements, and approved mockups.
- Previous experience working with an engineering consultancy or construction supervision consultant.
- Ability to prepare clear inspection reports, punch lists, photographic records, and non-compliance documentation.
- Experience in Madinah Central Area or similarly congested and sensitive locations is preferred.
- Good written and spoken English is required; Arabic is an advantage.