Architect

Job Overview

Located in Alkhomra, Jeddah, this architectural position welcomes applicants of any nationality, with a preference for Saudi nationals. Candidates should possess a minimum of 2 years' work experience and hold a bachelor's degree. The role primarily involves planning, designing, and directing civil engineering aspects for manufacturing and plant projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary architectural concepts and produce final drawings using AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Balance considerations of aesthetics, functionality, safety, cost, and user requirements throughout design processes.
• Engage actively in all project stages, from initial client meetings through construction completion.
• Conduct pre-design evaluations including feasibility and environmental impact assessments, site selection, and establishing design criteria.
• Document meeting minutes with clients.
• Produce material take-offs (MTO) and bills of quantity (BOQ).
• Prepare plumbing and electrical system layouts.
• Create manual perspective renderings with 3D modeling tools.
• Coordinate meetings and collaborate with other design disciplines.
• Draft correspondence letters and technical memos.
• Perform site inspections during construction to resolve trade conflicts.
• Provide interior and landscape design input as needed.
• Implement minor design modifications.
• Assist with overall design tasks.
• Coordinate and check for conflicts among Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, and Fire Fighting engineering disciplines, including on-site support.
• Manage distribution and documentation processes, ensuring effective coordination with clients and design teams.
• Research, plan, and manage building projects from concept through administration.
• Consult with clients to understand spatial and functional needs, preparing detailed specifications including design, materials, costs, and timelines.
• Design project layouts integrating engineering components for client review and approval.
• Produce scaled drawings and contract documents for contractors.
• Administer construction contracts and monitor compliance through regular site visits.
• Oversee workers producing drawings and specifications.
• Analyze technical reports, drawings, maps, AutoCAD prints, tests, and photographs.
• Evaluate hydrological, topographical, and geological data to inform project design.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D and 3D design and layout.
• Ability to clearly visualize and effectively communicate architectural concepts to clients.
• Strong artistic and drawing talents to support conceptualization and spatial understanding.
• Excellent communication skills with active listening abilities.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within teams.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English.
• Familiarity with MicroStation and GIS software is advantageous.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop and SketchUp.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational capabilities.