Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. 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.

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• 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.

• 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 AutoCAD, Bluebeam/PDF review tools, Microsoft Office, and project reporting tools.

• 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.