Architect at Collection Developments

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
6 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
155696
Job Views
28

Job Description






Key Responsibilities




  • Own and manage the design programme from concept stage through to technical design issue for all packages

  • Coordinate all design consultants including architect, structural engineer, landscape architect, fire engineer, and specialist consultants

  • Manage the design package release schedule, ensuring each package is issued for construction in the sequence required by the Construction Manager

  • Enforce design freeze following concept approval and manage any post-freeze changes through the formal change order process

  • Review and comment on all design packages before they are issued for construction; identify coordination errors and resolve them before they reach site

  • Maintain the master drawing register for all disciplines across all blocks; update with every new issue and revision

  • Issue all architectural drawings from the design team to the site via the project management platform; obtain transmission receipts and confirm current-revision drawings are accessible on site at all times

  • Log, track, and chase all Requests for Information raised by site; confirm responses are received, formally issued, and incorporated into the drawing register

  • Log all Architect's Instructions as they are issued; confirm that each instruction is acted upon and completed on site

  • Interface with the Construction Manager and Site Engineers on buildability, site conditions, and emerging design queries

  • Manage the shop drawing and product sample review and approval process

  • Ensure architects and all design consultants maintain proficiency with and actively use the agreed design tools including AutoCAD, Revit or equivalent BIM platform, and the project management and document control system

  • Coordinate with the Programme and MEP Manager on MEP sleeve and penetration drawings, ensuring they are issued before every slab pour



Required Qualifications and Experience




  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related built environment discipline; registration with the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) is strongly preferred

  • Minimum 8 years of professional experience, with at least 4 years in a design management or senior architectural coordination role on major construction projects

  • Strong understanding of architectural and structural design processes, drawing standards, and coordination requirements

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; proficiency in Revit or equivalent BIM software is highly desirable

  • Experience managing consultant teams on fast-track or Design and Build projects in Nigeria

  • Proficiency in document management platforms such as Procore, Aconex, or equivalent



Key Competencies and Personal Attributes




  • Exceptional organisational and coordination skills; ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously

  • Strong technical understanding spanning architecture, structure, and MEP

  • Confident in challenging design teams on quality, coordination, and programme adherence

  • Clear written and verbal communication; able to produce concise design status reports

  • Meticulous attention to detail in document naming, numbering, and filing



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