Project Architect (In House)

About this role

The Project Architect will act as the in-house architectural authority for the company’s facilities in Nigeria, overseeing the architectural lifecycle of capital projects and facilities management. Based in Lagos, the role is multi-site with regular travel to sites in Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt to coordinate design, construction and contractor interfaces.

What you would do

• Lead the architectural design and documentation from concept to construction.
• Prepare detailed architectural drawings across project stages, including shop drawings and change-control drawings.
• Review external designs for compliance with scope, specifications and standards.
• Supervise on-site construction works and enforce adherence to drawings and contract documents.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections and issue site inspection reports and punch lists.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical and electrical teams to ensure integrated design outputs.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Architecture or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Registration with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) is mandatory.
• Membership of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) or an equivalent professional body is advantageous.
• A minimum of 14 years’ post-qualification experience in architectural or engineering consultancy or a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full architectural lifecycle of major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Prior experience in oil and gas, energy or large corporate multi-site environments is desirable.

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