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Role Overview
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Architectural Engineer to lead architectural design review, technical coordination, construction supervision support, and quality oversight for major high-rise, mixed-use, hospitality, commercial, and residential developments in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
Company Overview
AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. The company connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. AtkinsRéalis is committed to leading clients across various end markets to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.
Role Purpose
The Senior Architectural Engineer will ensure architectural excellence, compliance with project requirements, Saudi regulations, and international standards, and support successful project delivery from design through handover on major high-rise and large-scale building developments.
Key Responsibilities
Design Review & Coordination
- Lead review and coordination of architectural designs for high-rise and large-scale building developments.
- Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, material submittals, shop drawings, and mock-ups.
- Conduct design reviews, value engineering workshops, and technical coordination meetings.
- Review and resolve architectural design conflicts and site-related technical issues.
- Monitor material selection, sample approvals, and mock-up installations to ensure design intent is achieved.
Regulatory Compliance & Authority Management
- Ensure architectural designs comply with project briefs, client requirements, Saudi Building Code (SBC), local authority regulations, and international best practices.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility standards, fire and life safety requirements, and sustainability objectives.
- Support authority approvals and liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding architectural submissions.
Technical Coordination
- Coordinate architectural design activities with structural, MEP, façade, interior design, landscape, and infrastructure disciplines.
- Facilitate BIM coordination and clash-resolution workshops during project delivery.
- Review contractor submissions and provide technical recommendations regarding constructability and design compliance.
Construction Supervision & Quality Oversight
- Monitor architectural construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Perform regular site inspections and audits related to architectural works, finishes, fit-out, façade installations, waterproofing, and external works.
- Support quality assurance and quality control processes for all architectural works.
- Participate in testing, commissioning, snagging, de-snagging, and project handover activities.
Sustainability & Innovation
- Ensure implementation of sustainable and energy-efficient architectural solutions where applicable.
Claims & Change Management
- Review contractor claims, variations, and architectural-related change requests.
Reporting & Leadership
- Lead architectural progress reviews and provide regular reporting to project management and clients.
- Mentor junior architects, architectural engineers, and site supervision staff.
Project Delivery Strategy
- Contribute to risk management, design management, and project delivery strategies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering from a recognized university.
- Master's Degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred.
- Professional registration or chartership with a recognized architectural institution preferred.
- Membership in Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) preferred.
- 15 to 20 years of professional architectural engineering experience.
- Minimum 10 years of experience on major high-rise and large-scale building developments.
- Previous Saudi Arabia or GCC experience highly preferred.
- Experience working with international consultants, PMCs, developers, and contractors.
- Demonstrated involvement throughout the full project lifecycle from concept design to project handover.
- Experience in design management, site supervision, and construction-phase services.
Skills & Competencies
- Thorough understanding of high-rise construction methodologies and architectural detailing.
- Experience in design review, technical coordination, material assessments, and constructability reviews.
- Knowledge of authority approval requirements and regulatory compliance processes.
- LEED AP, Mostadam, Estidama, or equivalent sustainability certification an advantage.
Additional Information
Employment Type
- Employee
- Regular position
Benefits
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation and housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.