Architecture Specialist

About the Role

The Architect Lead Specialist provides comprehensive in-house architectural planning, spatial design, and technical assistance for Gulftainer's offices, operational sites, and upcoming development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create architectural concepts, layouts, detailed blueprints, and technical drawings for various company facilities including offices, terminals, and warehouses.
• Develop floor plans, elevations, cross-sections, and 3D visual models to support design objectives.
• Design functional and efficient workplace environments tailored to operational needs.
• Manage office seating arrangements and space distribution to optimize facility use.
• Assist in office setup, relocation, refurbishment, and expansion tasks to meet organizational requirements.
• Identify and recommend improvements to workplace layouts and usage.
• Produce precise AutoCAD drawings and all necessary construction documents.
• Prepare as-built drawings and ensure all drawing revisions are up to date.
• Review architectural drawings submitted by consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support planning and development for new office locations, warehouse constructions, land acquisition projects, and operational facilities.
• Contribute to feasibility analyses and master planning exercises.
• Prepare architectural inputs for tender documents including drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
• Assist in the technical assessment of consultants and contractors during tender evaluation.
• Employ digital tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM, and AI-driven design software to enhance design efficiency.
• Maintain organized digital archives of drawings and uphold design standards consistently.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments including General Affairs, Engineering, Procurement, IT, HSE, HR, and relevant business units.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as consultants, landlords, and contractors to align project objectives.
• Ensure strict adherence to building codes, company policies, safety regulations, and sustainability criteria.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture is mandatory.
• Professional architectural certification will be considered an advantage.
• Possess 5 to 8 years of experience in architecture focusing on workplace design, facilities planning, office fit-outs, renovation projects, and tender assistance.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM software, Microsoft Office suite, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Demonstrated capabilities in space planning, construction documentation, and preparation of Bills of Quantities.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in architectural design and space planning.
• Strong skills in technical drawing and project coordination.
• Cost awareness and attention to detail during project execution.
• Innovative thinking with excellent communication abilities.