About the Role
The Architect Lead Specialist is responsible for providing in-house architectural planning, space design, and technical support for Gulftainer's offices, operational facilities, and future development projects.
Responsibilities
Architectural Planning & Design
- Develop architectural concepts, layouts, blueprints, and technical drawings for offices, terminals, warehouses, and company facilities.
- Prepare floor plans, elevations, sections, and 3D visualizations.
- Design efficient office layouts and workplace environments.
Space Planning & Facilities
- Maintain office seating plans and space allocation.
- Support office setup, relocation, refurbishment, and expansion projects.
- Recommend workplace improvements and optimize facility utilization.
Technical Drawings & Documentation
- Produce AutoCAD drawings and construction documentation.
- Prepare as-built drawings and maintain drawing revisions.
- Review consultant and contractor drawings.
Project Development
- Support planning for new offices, land developments, warehouses, and operational facilities.
- Assist in feasibility studies and master planning.
Tender Support
- Prepare architectural drawings, technical specifications, BoQs, and tender documentation.
- Assist with technical evaluation of consultants and contractors.
Technology & Digital Design
- Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM, and AI-assisted design tools.
- Maintain digital drawing repositories and design standards.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Work closely with General Affairs, Engineering, Procurement, IT, HSE, HR, and business units.
- Coordinate with external consultants, landlords, and contractors.
Governance
- Ensure compliance with building regulations, company standards, safety, and sustainability requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture.
- Professional architectural certification is an advantage.
Required Skills
- 5–8 years in architecture, workplace design, facilities planning, office fit-outs, renovations, and tender support.
- AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, BIM, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (preferred), space planning, construction documentation, BoQ preparation.
Preferred Skills
- Architectural Design, Space Planning, Technical Drawing, Project Coordination, Cost Awareness, Attention to Detail, Innovation, Communication.
