Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Designing and Documentation:
- Production of blueprints for every project and modifies the designs as instructed. Responsible for the preparation and implementation of all necessary drawings and correspondence connected with allocated projects.
- Understand the project brief and develop, where required, representations of design options for further discussion by the design team.
- Undertake site appraisals advising stakeholders of any statutory constraints and site conditions. Ensure that all projects and designs follow the design and safety standards.
- Determine client’s requirements and ensure client’s expectations are met and that their participation in the design process is facilitated.
- Ensure that information is available during the construction phase, to enable projects to be completed on time and within budget; maintain good working relations with all vendors.
- Contribute to risk assessment and assist in the preparation of Health and Safety and Environmental Plans in accordance with state regulations.
- Undertake measured surveys of buildings and produce as-built drawings where required, ensuring that accurate and up to date records and attribute information (asset data, condition) are electronically stored.
- Prepare all necessary schedules and information to guide project procurement process.
Experience and Qualification
- HND, BSc or B.Tech in Architecture. (A Master’s Degree is an advantage)
- Must have 3-4 years’ experience in an Architectural role.
Competency and Skills Requirements:
- Strong design awareness and fundamental skills (quality of portfolio, graphic skills, aesthetically conscious etc)
- Ability to manage budgets and understand cost management.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team
- Ability to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project
- A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent, lifelong learning
- Ability to prioritize, manage projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to take initiative in response to direction or instruction.
- Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly to a variety of audiences from Leadership to Team Members.
- Knowledge of MS Office and Graphic software.
- Proficient use of drawing software such as AutoCAD and Revit.