Senior Site Architect

GHD is a leading professional services company with operations in global markets including water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. We serve clients across five continents and the Pacific region, and our people are committed to exceeding client expectations and contributing to their success.

We are looking for a Site Architect to provide support and assistance to the Resident Engineer and oversee processes associated with the Construction stages of the project.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination process with other disciplines.
• Assist the Resident Engineer in performing the contractual duties on site.
• Processing of contract documents and assist contract administration.
• Provide resolution for technical engineering problems within the assigned discipline(s); coordinate application of solutions to ensure progress on site.
• Advise the Project Manager / Resident Engineer of any technical aspects of the architectural works that may affect construction progress, quality and the like.
• Monitor the interior architectural works for conformance with the provisions of the contract documents and the procedures manual.
• Review and process all shop drawings and architectural technical submittals.
• Respond to RFIs related to interior and architecture.
• Review construction submittals from project inception to close-out.
• Review Contractor's installation method statements.
• Review Contractor's shop drawings for compliance with the design intent and provide comments/approvals.
• Review Contractor's material proposals against specified technical performance requirements and advise on their appropriateness.
• Review Contractor's proposed subcontractors from a technical standpoint.
• Monitor procurement and deliveries to support construction activities and schedule within the assigned discipline.
• Observe and inspect works to ensure contractor adherence to approved shop drawings, specifications, quality standards, construction schedule, and health & safety requirements.
• Lead the snagging and de-snagging process to progress the works toward completion.
• Attend project, site progress, and related technical meetings as directed by the project manager.
• Prepare draft site/engineer's instructions as required and issue to the Project Manager.
• Provide advice to the Project Manager about potential variation costs claimed by the Contractor.
• Oversee architects and inspectors for all architectural work and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality control standards.
• Ensure project quality control procedures are used for construction supervision and monitor for improvement.
• Collaborate with construction management to identify and mitigate hazards affecting environment, safety, or health.
• Review and interpret discipline design drawings and specifications to ensure current revision level and correct technical execution.
• Perform inspection requests and material inspection requests as required to support the project.
• Support other responsibilities as appropriate for the position.
• External Communications: provide support and guidance to optimize external communications systems.
• Construction Management: supervise others on the project within established systems.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: follow HSE policies, identify risks, and instruct the team in safe working methods.
• Work Scheduling and Allocation: assign short-term work schedules to a team to meet timelines.
• Leadership and Direction: communicate the action plan and motivate the team to achieve goals.
• Performance Management: monitor performance, allocate work, and ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Organizational Capability Building: provide coaching to team members to develop skills.
• Quality Assurance: plan and coordinate testing/inspection and implement corrective actions or improvements.
• Operational Compliance: identify noncompliance with policies or regulatory codes and escalate as needed.
• Client & Customer Management (External): assist in managing client relationships using relevant systems.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level

Experience

• General Experience: Typically 7 to 10 years of experience; capable of advising others on a broad set of situations.
• Managerial Experience: Experience supervising junior colleagues (approximately 7 to 12 months).

At GHD, we celebrate a multicultural workforce and are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees-regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe diversity drives innovation and welcome the unique perspectives each team member brings to our organization.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

• Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services