Architect

We are seeking a Technical Coordinator who will manage, coordinate, monitor, and finalize all site operations, public authority relations, and subcontractor interfaces end-to-end on behalf of the investor. This role requires taking an active, employer-representative perspective, operating independently from contractors and project teams

Responsibilities:

• Monitoring on-site implementation of architectural projects at ongoing construction sites on behalf of the landowner; ensuring that works are executed in compliance with approved architectural drawings, technical specifications, and contractual requirements,
• Reviewing construction schedules in detail; tracking critical path activities defined in the schedule, identifying potential delays and risks at an early stage, and informing the landowner accordingly,
• Analyzing and reporting progress deviations, revisions, and situations that may result in time extension claims, together with their technical justifications,
• Evaluating progress (payment) ratios by comparing them with actual on-site construction progress; verifying the accuracy of progress payment statements and reports submitted by contractors,
• Reviewing daily, weekly, and monthly site progress reports from a technical perspective; identifying missing, incorrect, or inconsistent issues and ensuring necessary corrections are made,
• Assessing reports issued by building inspection authorities in terms of architectural implementation, regulatory compliance, and overall project integrity; following up on identified non-conformities,
• Providing architectural and technical input during concept, design, and functional development phases prior to project commencement, contributing to design decisions in line with the landowner’s objectives,
• Reviewing and evaluating preliminary, permit, and construction drawings in accordance with technical specifications, zoning regulations, and contractual provisions,
• Controlling renovation, revision, and functional change projects in terms of existing building conditions, technical specifications, regulations, and landowner expectations,
• Observing on-site coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical projects; reporting potential clashes and implementation risks,
• Having knowledge of Istanbul Arbitration Centre (ISTAC) procedures and processes, and preparing / coordinating technical documentation to support potential contractual disputes (delays, schedule deviations, progress payment disputes, revisions, etc.),
• Coordinating, when necessary, with contractors, design consultants, project authors, building inspection authorities, and legal teams,
• Preparing periodic technical evaluation, progress, risk, and dispute-potential reports to be submitted to the landowner,
• Conducting regular site visits for multiple projects and construction sites, with no restriction on travel and an active on-site presence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university,
• 6–8 years of professional experience,
• Strong experience in site execution, construction details, and on-site processes,
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction schedules, including critical path analysis ,
• Experience in progress payment and progress ratio (pursantaj) controls,
• Ability to assess architectural works in compliance with technical specifications and contractual requirements,
• Active experience in renovation and revision projects,
• Good knowledge of building inspection processes and reporting systems,
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office ,
• Knowledge of ISTAC procedures and contract-based dispute management,
• No travel restrictions; adaptable to intensive site work,
• Strong analytical thinking, technical reporting, and documentation skills,
• Capable of assuming the responsibility of a landowner/employer representative with an objective and disciplined working approach.