Summary
Dar Al Riyadh is seeking a Senior Architect to supervise architectural works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel in Madinah. The role covers site inspections, quality and compliance checks, review of drawings and submittals, and coordination with structural, MEP, interior design, client, and contractor teams. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering, valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration, and at least 15 years of relevant experience, including high-rise and hotel projects. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM coordination is required; English is mandatory and Arabic is preferred.
The posting
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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.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
- Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration is mandatory.
- Minimum 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.