Senior Technical Office Architect

Senior Technical Office Architect

Tatu City · Tatu City, Kenya · — · Posted 2025-10-08

Workplace: on_site

Department: Construction & Delivery Department

Description

The Senior Technical Office Architect will oversee all architectural coordination and documentation within the project’s Technical Office at Tatu City. This office-based leadership role ensures that architectural design integrity, quality, and technical precision are maintained throughout the review, coordination, and construction phases.

The position requires a technically astute architect with exceptional attention to detail, deep knowledge of construction systems and materials, and a proven ability to manage complex architectural packages for high-quality, large-scale developments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Shop Drawing & Submittal Management

• Lead the detailed review of all architectural shop drawings submitted by the contractor, including complex systems such as façades, curtain walls, waterproofing, roofing, and high-end interior fit-out and joinery packages.
• Validate that shop drawings fully align with the approved design intent, specifications, performance criteria, and material standards.
• Oversee the review and approval of all architectural material submittals, samples, and mock-ups prior to procurement and installation.
• Coordinate architectural shop drawings with structural and MEP submissions to identify and resolve clashes in openings, ceiling voids, service routes, and structural interfaces.

Technical Coordination & Design Integrity

• Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process for all architectural matters, ensuring clear and timely coordination between contractors and consultants.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between the lead architect and contractor’s technical teams to resolve design and constructability issues.
• Review contractor-proposed Method Statements and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for architectural works, ensuring compliance with project standards.
• Serve as the custodian of the project’s architectural design integrity, safeguarding aesthetics and technical quality throughout pre-construction and construction stages.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date register of all architectural drawings, submittals, RFIs, and specifications.
• Ensure the site supervision team has access to the latest approved and fully coordinated “Issued for Construction” drawings.
• Support the preparation of accurate and complete as-built drawings and documentation at project completion.

Requirements

Hard Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a recognized university.
• 10–15 years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on technical delivery, detailing, and documentation for large-scale projects.
• Professional registration as an Architect (e.g., RIBA, AIA, or equivalent) is highly advantageous.
• Significant experience with international contractors, façade specialists, or major architectural/engineering consultancies.
• Proven experience in managing technical coordination for high-rise, mixed-use, or complex building projects.
• Expert knowledge of building envelope systems, waterproofing, façade engineering, and high-quality interior finishes.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD for model interrogation and drawing review.
• Strong familiarity with international building codes and standards related to performance, fire safety, and accessibility.

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision in technical review, with the ability to identify even minor discrepancies or potential coordination issues.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in developing practical and buildable solutions while maintaining design intent.
• Communication: Strong written and visual communication skills for clear and concise technical commentary.
• Organization: Excellent document management and time-management abilities to handle large volumes of complex documentation.
• Integrity: Committed to maintaining design quality and technical standards under schedule and commercial pressures.
• Leadership: Capable of guiding junior staff, leading technical review meetings, and coordinating effectively with consultants and contractors.

Apply

Apply at Tatu City

---

Powered by Workable