Architect

Opening: Architect / Senior Project Manager Location: Riyadh, Chestertons Saudi Arabia. We are currently looking for experienced professionals to join our Building Consultancy & Project Management team in Riyadh. Send your CV to: careers@ Key Responsibilities Report to the Project Director and support the site team in the management and delivery of hospitality fit‑out and construction projects from mobilization through final handover. Coordinate site execution activities between contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and client representatives. Monitor construction progress, site activities, and project milestones to ensure alignment with approved programme and delivery targets. Review architectural, interior design, MEP, and shop drawings to ensure coordination between design intent and site implementation. Manage and coordinate technical changes, RFIs, site instructions, and construction‑related design updates. Identify clashes, technical inconsistencies, and constructability issues during execution stages. Coordinate material approvals, mock‑ups, technical submittals, and supplier deliverables. Monitor site quality, workmanship, and compliance with project specifications and hospitality standards. Conduct regular site inspections, progress reviews, snagging inspections, and coordination meetings. Follow up on procurement status, long‑lead items, supplier schedules, and delivery coordination. Support in tracking project risks, delays, variation requests, and commercial impacts related to execution. Ensure proper coordination between architectural, MEP, structural, FLS, kitchen, specialist, and operator requirements. Prepare project reports, progress updates, meeting minutes, action trackers, and technical coordination documentation. Coordinate authority requirements, permits, inspections, and compliance activities where required. Support project close‑out activities including testing & commissioning, handover documentation, as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, and defect management. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture. Approximately 8–15 years of experience in project management, fit‑out delivery, or construction management roles. Proven experience delivering hospitality, hotel, resort, F&B, or high‑end mixed‑use fit‑out projects. Strong background in hospitality fit‑out and construction execution. Good technical understanding of architectural detailing, interior fit‑out systems, MEP coordination, materials, construction methodologies, and site execution processes. Experience reviewing IFC drawings, shop drawings, technical submittals, and construction documentation. Strong site awareness including quality inspections, snagging, and contractor coordination. Experience coordinating multiple suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Good understanding of project planning, sequencing, construction logistics, and delivery control. GCC experience is preferred. Proficiency in Auto CAD, Bluebeam/PDF review tools, Microsoft Office, and project reporting tools. Preferred Profile Architect with strong construction and delivery mindset rather than purely design‑focused profile. Hands‑on professional capable of operating between site, consultants, suppliers, and client management teams. Strong coordination and problem‑solving abilities under fast‑track project conditions. Good understanding of hospitality quality standards, finishes, and operational requirements. Able to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain project control throughout execution phases. Detail‑oriented with strong follow‑up and reporting skills. Comfortable working in both technical coordination and site execution environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr