Site Architect

About the job Site Architect Job Title – Site Architect

Location: Dubai, UAE

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Site Architect to oversee architectural works at construction sites and ensure that all activities are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and applicable UAE regulations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring architectural construction activities, inspecting finishes, coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary teams, reviewing technical submissions, and resolving site-related design and execution issues. The role requires strong technical knowledge, hands‑on site supervision experience, and a thorough understanding of architectural detailing, construction methodologies, and Dubai authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities Site Supervision & Architectural Execution

• Supervise day-to-day architectural construction activities to ensure compliance with approved architectural drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor the execution of architectural works, including blockwork, plastering, flooring, tiling, painting, ceilings, waterproofing, doors, windows, and other finishing activities.
• Ensure that construction works are carried out in accordance with approved construction details, material specifications, and project quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship, dimensions, levels, alignments, and installation details.
• Identify deviations from approved drawings and specifications and coordinate corrective actions with contractors and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor site progress and ensure architectural activities are completed according to the approved project schedule.
• Provide technical clarification to site teams regarding architectural drawings, details, and construction requirements.
• Escalate significant design discrepancies, construction challenges, and quality concerns to the Resident Engineer or relevant project management team.

Quality Control & Architectural Finishes

• Inspect architectural works at various stages of construction to ensure compliance with project specifications and approved samples.
• Verify the quality of finishing materials, installation methods, and workmanship before recommending acceptance.
• Review mock-ups, material samples, and finish schedules to ensure consistency with approved design requirements.
• Identify defects, non-conformities, and incomplete works and coordinate their rectification with contractors.
• Monitor snagging and de-snagging activities to ensure that outstanding architectural issues are resolved before handover.
• Ensure that finished works meet the required aesthetic, functional, durability, and quality standards.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare reports documenting quality observations, non-conformities, and corrective actions.

Drawing Review & Technical Coordination

• Review architectural shop drawings, construction drawings, material submittals, and technical documents for compliance with approved design intent.
• Verify that architectural works are executed in accordance with the latest approved drawings and revisions.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), interior design, and other project disciplines to resolve interface issues.
• Identify clashes, inconsistencies, and constructability concerns between architectural and other engineering drawings.
• Review requests for information (RFIs) and provide technical recommendations or coordinate responses with the design team.
• Evaluate proposed site changes and material substitutions against project specifications and design requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of drawing revisions, site instructions,…