Design Manager – Architect

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  • Provide support and guidance to the Engineering Team on technical matters
  • Ensure the work of all discipline Engineers is completed in a timely manner and up to required standards
  • Support the Design Team Leaders and Design Managers in the preparation of Engineering Department's outputs (design development, design detailing, As-Built drawings, etc.)
  • Provide advisory support to other parts of the organization by bringing deep expertise to bear on complex technical matters
  • Develop and institutionalize Nesma's Engineering database, know-how, controls, and capabilities
  • Provide support for the professional development of staff and make sure that their work is in the right track and as per schedule
  • Review/Study the Design Criteria and Specifications of Projects
  • Monitor Drawing Schedule and Study CADD and Engineering Hours
  • Study different architectural proposals for projects
  • Monitor Shop Drawings preparation and release to client for approval
  • Suggest solutions for the problem arises from the site
  • Ensure that ISO procedures are followed correctly for Engineering Department
  • Propose Architectural Team Organization Chart for each project in coordination with Head of Engineering Department
  • Consult with Head of Engineering Department to determine the scope of proposed projects and architectural design services required
  • Account for the Architectural unit’s budget; with close coordination with Head of Engineering Department
  • Study Building Classification and Architectural Life Safety Requirements based on International Codes for NFPA101 and IBC
  • Propose Architectural Submittal Schedules for all projects in close coordination with Team Leaders and Design Managers; based on Construction Schedules
  • Ensure that the Architectural team will meet the Architectural dead line submittal dates
  • Review the submitted Architects CVs; conduct interviews and submit evaluation reports to Head of Engineering Department
  • Conduct periodical Internal Coordination meetings with Architectural Team to monitor the Engineering progress for each project, and comply with Engineering Submittal Schedules
  • Reply on all daily Architectural Unit team queries and questions; in order to solve all Architectural problems and take decisions; Discuss the decisions with Head of Engineering Department for final approval and global integrated coordination with all disciplines
  • Conduct Periodical Meeting with projects Structural and MEP Engineers for Architectural Shop Drawings Coordination purpose
  • Coordinate with Procurement Unit Heads for Vendors Drawings and Material Selection; and allocate coordination meetings between Architectural Team and Procurement Team
  • Take all necessary proactive actions to avoid any delay on Architectural submittals
  • Monitor Material Finishes Presentations and ensure a proper engineering-procurement coordination
  • Ensure a productive work distribution and work allocation to all Architect Team Leaders, Architects and Cad Operators; in line with Engineering Schedules and Organization Charts
  • Evaluate the Architectural Unit Team and recommend necessary trainings to enhance its potential productivity; submit it to Head of Engineering Department
  • Conduct site inspection visits, site coordination meetings and site as-built take off along with Architectural Team based on Projects requirements
  • Elaborate Minute Of Meetings for all Coordination meetings with Site and Procurement
  • Assist the Site Construction Teams during Projects construction and ensure that all their site queries were answered by the allocated Lead Architect Coordinators
  • Draft RFPs Requests For Proposals for selected contracted architects/engineers design offices, based on established project criteria
  • Prepare and Coordinate with Head of Engineering Department and Contract Department the Architect/Engineer Contract Agreement
  • Study and Compare the Architect/Engineer fees/quotations and present contract terms in Comparison Sheets for final A/E selection
  • Direct the Architects/Engineers regarding bidding and contract awarding procedures; and answering all their queries
  • Review Architect/Engineer proposals and verify for compliance with project requirements; review plans, specifications, and engineering schedules in line with construction schedule


Skills

Skills

  • InDesign 
  • AutoCAD
  • Communication 
  • Innovation 
  • Architecture 
  • Problem Solving 

Education

Architecture

Post date: 14 Rabi al-awwal 1446 - Today
Publisher: Bayt
Post date: 14 Rabi al-awwal 1446 - Today
Publisher: Bayt