Architect at Royal HaskoningDHV

We are currently seeking an Architect, experienced in manufacturing industry who will support our experienced team in Nigeria. HaskoningDHV Nigeria Ltd is a very successful engineering & advisory group with a broad range of customers in consumer goods, pharma, energy and manufacturing industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall plan and design of architectural drawings.
• Ability to design, plan, and supervise the construction of buildings with responsibility for its safety, usefulness, and aesthetics.
• Ability to design structures that satisfy clients' needs while conforming to the laws and regulations of Nigeria.
• Ability to create preliminary sketches of building structures including inside appearance, using computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) software.
• Ability to prepare more detailed plans showing all building components including internal and external services using computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) software.
• Ability to oversee and approve construction works as it progresses.
• Extensive knowledge of design and construction coupled with creative ability
• Plan layout of project
• Ability to prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, and equipment estimated costs, and construction time.
• Consult with Client to determine functional and spatial requirements of structure
• Direct activities of engineers and junior architects engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents
• Knowledge and ability to work with International standards
• Experience in supervision under FIDIC or comparable works contracts
• Supervising finishing works, such as painting, tiling, partitioning. etc.
• Specific experience with Industrial projects (factories, warehouses, distribution halls and related).
• Experience with Master planning
• Experience with sustainable design and proven technology solutions
• Extensive knowledge of materials

Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience

• Experience level: Minimum of 10years experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Architectural discipline
• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD 3D, etc.
• The role requires frequent interaction with different levels of professionals and stakeholders on a high profile project, therefore the candidate must have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Member of the Architect Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) will be an added advantage

Desired Behavioural Competencies

• Possess initiative to see all assignments and projects through to completion.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Good communication skills.
• Good listener with great attention to details.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Must be creative