Summary
Mott MacDonald is hiring a site-based Senior Architect for a high-rise buildings project in Abu Dhabi. The role covers supervision of architectural works and review of shop drawings, materials, method statements, as-built drawings, and testing and commissioning documents. The architect will coordinate with contractors and engineers, address design and contract issues, monitor construction safety, and contribute to progress reporting and payment certification. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Architecture from an internationally accredited university and experience with residential developments, particularly high-rise buildings.
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About the Role:
Mott MacDonald require a site-based Senior Architect to support shop drawing endorsements, material submittal review, method statement reviews, as-built drawing review, testing and commissioning review for a highrise Buildings project.
Key responsibilities and duties are listed, but not limited to, the below:
- Conduct supervision of works in adherence to the contract; ensure guidelines are being adhered to for all architectural works
- Make recommendations to the Resident Engineer regarding the selection and approval of sub-contractors in coordination with and through consultations with owner/client representatives
- Review and project contract documents (drawings, shop drawings, specifications etc.); coordinate with Contractor and engineers prior to commencing construction activities
- Notify the Project Principal of any discrepancies identified against contract documents; prepare corrective action plans to be taken
- Assist in resolving any issues raised by Contractor and prepare recommendations to the Project Principal as appropriate
- Review related construction materials and finishes samples submitted; ensure compliance against local legislation and technical specifications mandated by the contract
- Inspect procured materials delivered to site; ensure compliance against local legislation and and specifications/contract documents/approvals
- Resolve design and technical issues with the engineering team on the project.
- Participate in preparing progress reports and in verifying costs related matters in order to finalize monthly payment certificates
- Ensuring that responses are complete and in compliance with the contract documents. Where problems are found, work with team leader to resolve
- Attends progress review meetings and co-ordination meetings to assist the Project Lead/Senior Engineer in resolving any site issues such as discrepancies in project’s drawings
- Monitor Health and Safety of the construction works and report on the same. If required stop the construction works if unsafe practices are being followed.
- Familiar with the necessary Engineering methodologies as well as the corresponding equipment, materials, consumables, tools and manpower allocations related to the discipline of expertise.
Candidate Specification:
- Bachelors’ degree in Architecture from an internationally accredited university
- Experience in a similar role with prior experience of working on residential developments, namely highrise buildings schemes
- Demonstrable experience and knowledge of architecture including finishes, materials inspection etc.
- Continuously looking for innovations and improvements to manage workload and accomplish deliverables across individuals, teams and projects
- Using leadership skills to build and nurture relationships and also creating effective working environments
- Able to manage multiple teams with diverse backgrounds on geographically and culturally diverse teams
Your benefits and rewards
Our benefits vary by country and are subject to eligibility and local policy:
- Rewards and bonuses: we are owned by our people (no external investors) and through our employee ownership model success is shared through annual bonus opportunities and longer-term participation as your career grows (subject to local plan, eligibility and business performance)
- Medical insurance and life insurance as per local plan (standard and enhanced coverage may vary by country and policy).
- Annual leave in line with local policy (competitive within the market).
- Maternity leave above and beyond local provisions and paternity leave provisions where applicable
- Professional membership/ institution subscription support
- Learning and career development through project variety, technical networks and structured development opportunities.
- An inclusive culture: we’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.