Finishing Architect (Construction) at Dayola Property and Development Company

Job Description

• The Finishing Architect must have strong experience in Finishing. The Individual would be in charge of overseeing the timely and profitable completion of our Projects.
• The project architect would also ensure that the team is working effectively and keeping to schedule and budget. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction & Real Estate project of the company and oversee its organization, scheduling and implementation
• Supervise project design operations to ensure compliance with established specifications and standards
• Sign contracts and seal construction documents and payment applications
• Maintain project quality control by reviewing and making necessary adjustments on shop drawings
• Develop and implement policies for production of construction documents, architectural designs, and procedures for construction
• Carry out cost estimates to determine the budget required for project materials, equipment, and labor
• Handle administrative and non-technical functions while working on small scale projects
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of architectural project procedures and standards
• Motivate and mentor the project design and development team to ensure timely and effective completion of projects
• Prepare, develop, and adjust project models, diagrams alongside a project manager
• Prepare construction documents to contain building code requirements, floor plans, and elevation
• Present periodic reports to clients to update them on the progress of a project.
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
• Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.

Required Qualifications:

• Qualification: M.Arch
• At least 10 years post graduate practical experience in construction, project management or with a strong experience in Finishing.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients
• Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite