Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,000 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

Assystem in Türkiye, is renowned for working with the public and private sectors. Specializing in ESIA studies, site investigations, and laboratory research, the company offers vital site supervision owners and lenders engineering services. Notably, Assystem in Türkiye plays a pivotal role in major projects like power generation, and the construction of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Develop and review architectural designs, drawings, specifications, and technical documents for heritage and urban development projects.
Ensure architectural designs are aligned with the project's vision, master plan, urban design principles, and heritage conservation requirements.
Review consultant and contractor submissions, including shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, and method statements.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Urban Planning, Landscape, Structural, MEP, BIM, and Infrastructure disciplines.
Conduct site inspections to monitor construction quality, design compliance, and adherence to approved drawings and specifications.
Support restoration, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and conservation of heritage buildings and culturally significant assets.
Ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code (SBC), MOMRA regulations, accessibility standards, and applicable heritage authority requirements.
Participate in value engineering, constructability reviews, and design optimization while preserving heritage character.
Assist in resolving technical issues during design and construction phases.
Review material selections, architectural finishes, façade treatments, and conservation methodologies.
Prepare technical reports, design review comments, inspection reports, and progress updates.
Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and government authorities throughout project delivery.
Support BIM coordination and multidisciplinary design integration.

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of professional experience in architecture.
Experience in heritage restoration, conservation, urban regeneration, mixed-use developments, or large-scale urban development projects.
Previous experience on projects similar to Diriyah Gate, AlUla, Historic Jeddah, Qiddiya, NEOM, or comparable cultural and heritage developments is highly desirable.
Experience with engineering consultancies, PMC, or supervising engineering offices is preferred.

Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Sr. Architect (Heritage and Urban Planning)