Architect

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Coordination

• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and interior designers to ensure seamless integration of all design elements.
  
• Review architectural drawings, GFC (Good for Construction) drawings, shop drawings, and vendor drawings.
  
• Ensure all designs comply with building codes, local regulations, and project specifications.
  
• Address clashes between architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and resolve conflicts through coordination meetings.
  

2. Project Management & Communication

• Conduct regular design coordination meetings with consultants and project teams.
  
• Maintain a design tracker and ensure timely submission, review, and approval of drawings.
  
• Communicate design revisions, updates, and approvals to site teams and contractors.
  
• Support project managers by providing accurate design-related data and clarifications.
  

3. Site Coordination

• Visit the site regularly to verify that construction follows approved architectural drawings.
  
• Assist the site team by providing technical clarification and resolving design discrepancies.
  
• Ensure architectural finishes, materials, and mock-ups follow design intent.
  

4. Documentation & Quality Control

• Maintain version control of all drawings, documents, and design correspondence.
  
• Prepare RFI (Request for Information) when additional details or clarifications are needed.
  
• Ensure all changes are documented through formal revisions.
  

5. Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and contractors to finalize design solutions.
  
• Participate in client presentations and explain design concepts when required.
  
• Coordinate with procurement teams for materials selection, specifications, and approvals.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Architecture (B.Arch) or related field.
  
• 0-4 years of experience in architectural design coordination within the construction industry.
  
• Strong knowledge of building codes, standards, construction drawings, and specifications.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM tools, and MS Office.
  
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and deliver on time.
  
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-rise, commercial, residential, or infrastructure projects.
  
• Experience coordinating with both in-house and external consultants.
  
• Working knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) is a plus.
  

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented and design-driven
  
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills
  
• Good understanding of construction methodology
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  
• Team collaboration & leadership ability