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AGA KHAN TRUST FOR CULTURE

The position
 
Overview: 
The Senior Architect will report to the Project Head of the project at AKCS-P. This role involves carrying out the project documentation in coordination with the survey team, preparation of architectural design proposals, presentations, site coordination and drawings. All ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures. The project involves the restoration and adaptive reuse of a colonial structure within a heritage guest house, along with the development of a new residential block featuring a full-fledged luxury hotel facility, therefore Preference will be given to candidates with experience in both heritage conservation and hospitality sector design.
 
About AKCS-P: 
The Aga Khan Cultural Service - Pakistan (AKCS-P) is the country affiliate of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), the cultural agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKCS-P is a non-profit development institution, registered in Pakistan under section 42 of the Companies Act 2017 as a non-governmental organization. AKCS-P works to improve living conditions and opportunities in developing regions, including Pakistan.
 
Role Summary: 
The Senior Architect leads the planning, design, and execution of architectural works of the project, ensuring quality, functionality, and compliance with standards. The role involves developing design concepts, preparing detailed drawings, reviewing project progress, and providing technical guidance. Senior Architects will coordinate with consultants, and project teams.
 
Responsibilities: 
Design Leadership
 Lead the development of architectural concepts, design strategies, and conservation approaches for the project.
 Technical Oversight & Documentation
 Supervise the preparation of detailed drawings, design documentation, and technical specifications.
 Ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency across all project documentation prepared by the design team.
 Project Supervision
 Oversee project planning, implementation, and monitoring to ensure timely and quality delivery.
 Team Mentorship & Capacity Building
 Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to project architects, junior architects, and interns.
 
Coordination: 
Liaise with consultants, engineers, and other regulatory authorities.
 Compliance & Quality Assurance
 Ensure all architectural works comply with building codes, heritage conservation principles, and organizational policies.
 Maintain quality standards through regular review and approval of design outputs and construction methods.
 Strategic & Miscellaneous Duties
 Contribute to strategic planning, project proposals, and organizational development initiatives.
 Undertake additional architectural and managerial tasks assigned by the supervisor in support of organizational goals.
 
The requirements
 
Requirements: 
Postgraduate ’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
 Minimum 8 years of professional experience preferably in conservation of historic buildings/areas
 
Skills and Abilities: 
Proficiency in drawing and modelling software
 AutoCAD
 3-D software and visualisation
 Adobe software
 MSOffice
 The position is based in Gupis, Gilgit Baltistan.
 
Sector
 
Culture
 
About the Agency
 
The Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) focuses on the physical, social, cultural and economic revitalisation of historic urban environments. Its programmes include: the Aga Khan Award for Architecture; the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme; the Aga Khan Music Initiative; the Aga Khan Music Awards; the on-line resource Archnet.org; the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada.
 
Region
 
South Asia
 
Location
 
Pakistan
 
Salary
 
Salary and package to attract the best candidate
 
Job Expires
 
17-Oct-2025
 
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Senior Architect

The position
 
Overview: 
The Project Architect will report to the Manager of the project at AKCS-P. This role involves carrying out the project documentation in coordination with the survey team, preparation of architectural design proposals, presentations, site coordination and drawings. All ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures. The project involves the restoration and adaptive reuse of a colonial structure within a heritage guest house, along with the development of a new residential block featuring a full-fledged luxury hotel facility, therefore Preference will be given to candidates with experience in both heritage conservation and hospitality sector design.
 
About AKCS-P: 
The Aga Khan Cultural Service - Pakistan (AKCS-P) is the country affiliate of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), the cultural agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKCS-P is a non-profit development institution, registered in Pakistan under section 42 of the Companies Act 2017 as a non-governmental organization. AKCS-P works to improve living conditions and opportunities in developing regions, including Pakistan.
 
Role Summary: 
The Project Architect will manage documentation, surveying, design proposals, drawings of projects and overseeing site work at the Gupis Fort while adhering to organizational policies and procedures.
 
Responsibilities: 
Surveying
 Conduct comprehensive survey of buildings to evaluate current conditions, survey of as-found conditions and architectural features.
 Documentation
 Develop precise documentation and thorough documentation tools.
 Proposals and Drawings
 Preparation conservation and intervention design proposals ensuring sensitivity to the historic character and cultural significance of structures.
 Develop detailed working drawings for the project.
 Implementation
 Oversee conservation and preservation activities, ensuring the use of indigenous materials and environmentally sustainable techniques.
 Compliance and Policy Implementation
 Ensure all project activities comply with organizational policies, procedures, and local regulations.
 Miscellaneous Duties
 Undertake additional architectural tasks assigned by the supervisor, contributing to team objectives and project outcomes.
 
The requirements
 
Requirements: 
Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
 Minimum 3.5 years of professional experience in relevant field.
 
Skills and Abilities: 
Proficiency in drawing and modelling software
 AutoCAD
 3-D software and visualisation
 Adobe software
 MSOffice
 
Additional Information: 
The position is based in Gupis-Gilgit Baltistan
 
Sector
 
Culture
 
About the Agency
 
The Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) focuses on the physical, social, cultural and economic revitalisation of historic urban environments. Its programmes include: the Aga Khan Award for Architecture; the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme; the Aga Khan Music Initiative; the Aga Khan Music Awards; the on-line resource Archnet.org; the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada.
 
Region
 
South Asia
 
Location
 
Pakistan
 
Salary
 
Salary and package to attract the best candidate
 
Job Expires
 
17-Oct-2025
 
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