Expression of Interest - Site Inspector, Architect & Senior Architect

Job Description Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. We are inviting applications and expressions of interest from Engineers to join our growing Middle East team. Opportunities Available • Site Architectural Inspectors • Site Architect • Site Senior Architects What You'll Do • Lead the coordination process with other disciplines. • Assist the Resident Engineer in performing the contractual duties on site. • Processing of contract documents & assist contract administration. • Develops, modifies and reviews production drawings and construction documents. • Corrects and updates design documents. • Serves as an architectural resource for the Design department. • Provides resolution for technical engineering problems within the assigned discipline(s); coordinates application of solutions to ensure progress on site. • Advise the project manager of any technical aspects of the architectural works that may affect construction progress, quality and the like. • Hands on in monitoring the interior architectural works for conformance with the provisions of the contract documents and the procedures manual. • Reviewing, and processing all shop drawings and architectural technical submittals. • Answering RFI’s related to interior and architecture. • Review construction submittals from project inception to close-out. • Review Contractor's installation method statements. • Review Contractor's shop drawings against the design [tender] drawings for compliance with the design intent and return to project manager with appropriate comments / approval. • Review Contractor's material proposals against specified technical performance requirements and advise the Project Manager on the appropriateness of the proposals. • Review Contractor's proposed sub contractor(s) associated with the engineering works from a technical standpoint. • Monitors procurement and deliveries to ensure timeliness in support of construction activities and schedule within the assigned discipline. • Undertake general project site observation / inspection of the works for Contractor's adherence to the approved shop drawings and Consultant's specification, good working practices, the construction schedule and health & safety. • Lead the snagging and de-snagging process with an aim to progress the works to completion through this process. • Attend project, site progress and any related technical meetings as directed by the project manager. • Prepare draft site / engineer's instructions, relating to the project, as required and issue to the Project Manager. • Prepare draft site / engineer's instructions, relating to the project, as required and issue to the Project Manager. • Provide advice to the Project Manager in regard to any variation costs that may be claimed by the Contractor during the course of the works. • Oversee architects and inspectors for all architectural work and ensure that installation activities comply with contractual obligations and quality control standards. • Ensures that the project quality control procedures are used for the construction supervision works and monitors it for improvement. • Collaborates with construction management to eliminate any hazards associated with the work that may adversely affect the environment or the safety or health of employees. • Reviews and interprets discipline design drawings and specifications to ensure current re vision level and correct technical execution of the work. • Performs works inspection requests and material inspection requests as required to support juniors. • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. What You'll Bring • Degree in Architecture or related field. • Demonstrable experience on large projects. • Strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve design issues on site. • Computer proficiency is required; Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup or 3D MAX, Photoshop, MS project or Primavera, Power Point and basic office suite. • Good knowledge of the building codes. • Authority registration is preferred. • A professional who can manage and coordinate specialized activity, discipline or team of moderate size and complexity. • UAE Driving Licens Express Your Interest If you're ready to play a key role in the future of GHD Middle East's Engineering Teams, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in joining GHD. This is an Expression of Interest campaign and future appointments may be dependent on upcoming project and panel opportunities. Hybrid Work Model Be part of a workplace that combines collaboration, flexibility, and connection. Join us in the office three days per week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Show more Show less

Degree in Architecture or related field; demonstrable experience on large projects; strong technical knowledge with the ability to resolve design issues on site; computer proficiency including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp or 3D MAX, Photoshop, MS Project or Primavera, PowerPoint and basic office suite; good knowledge of building codes; UAE Driving License; authority registration is preferred.

Lead the coordination process with other disciplines; assist the Resident Engineer in performing contractual duties on site; process contract documents and assist contract administration; develop, modify and review production drawings and construction documents; correct and update design documents; serve as an architectural resource for the Design department; provide resolution for technical engineering problems within the assigned discipline; advise the project manager on technical aspects of architectural works affecting construction progress and quality; monitor interior architectural works for conformance with contract documents and procedures manual; review shop drawings and architectural submittals; respond to RFIs related to interior and architecture; review construction submittals from project inception to close-out; review contractor installation methods and shop drawings for compliance with design intent; review contractor material proposals and sub-contractor proposals from a technical standpoint; monitor procurement and deliveries; undertake site observation/inspection for adherence to drawings, specs, schedule and safety; lead snagging/desnagging to progress works to completion; attend project/site progress and technical meetings; draft and issue site/engineer instructions; advise on variation costs; oversee architects and inspectors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality control standards; ensure adherence to project quality control procedures; collaborate with construction management to address hazards; review and interpret discipline drawings and specifications; perform works inspection requests and material inspection requests; perform other related responsibilities.